We understand how frustrating the recent and frequent closures at Bellevue/William O. Lockridge Neighborhood Library have been, and we want to share more information about the root cause and our plans to resolve it.
DC Public Library is partnering on a joint development with WMATA to build a new full-service stand-alone library at the Deanwood Metro Station to replace the 7,300 sq. ft. library co-located with the Deanwood Recreation Center.
The Northwest One Library co-located with the Walker Jones Education Complex is slated to be replaced with a new full-service 20,000+ sq. ft. neighborhood library, providing greater access to library services and resources for neighbors. A new library for the Edgewood/Eckington neighborhood is tentatively slated to open in 2030.
DC Public Library is beginning the site inventory process for the construction of a new full-service library to replace the small Rosedale Library to provide expanded service to existing residents.
DC Public Library will begin renovating the Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library in late spring 2026. The goal of this renovation is to maintain the existing facility and provide a refresh that will ensure the library continues to meet evolving neighborhood needs.