It’s been a long six months for the 1,000+ daily visitors who count on the Wellesley Free Library’s main branch as an essential community resource. The 530 Washington Street location has been closed for a $2.8 million dollar renovation since April 2021. Although the 2 branch libraries have been open, along with a Temporary Main Library in Wellesley Square (now permanently closed), the void has been felt by patrons.
![library renovations sign](https://media.theswellesleyreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/12191701/img_1620-1-1000x750.jpg)
Right now it’s looking like the reopening will happen in the beginning of November.
There was hope that the doors would open a little earlier. At the October 12th Select Board meeting, Megan Jop during the Executive Director’s Report said, “We received word from [Town of Wellesley Facilities Director] Joe McDonough that the library will be reopening on October 23rd…can’t wait to see how it’s going to look.”
Turns out a few more delays derailed that plan. Stay tuned for updates.
If you also can’t wait, take a look at our recent post, Sneak Peek: we storm the gates of the Wellesley Free Library.
WELLESLEY LIBRARIES—LOCATIONS & HOURS
Wellesley Hills Branch Library
210 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02481
Wellesley Fells Branch Library
308 Weston Rd., Wellesley MA 02482
Monday through Saturday: 10am 5pm
We’re all so excited to use the new library! Due to some supply issues, the opening has been pushed back a week or so until early November. Stay tuned for updates.