Designed by the architectural firm of Coder Taylor Associates, the library opened its doors in 1978.
In 1989, the architectural firm of Ross Barney & Jankowski was hired to design an addition to the Library.
By 1993, the building was expanded to its current 60,000
square foot size. This addition was recognized by the American Institute of Architects Chicago for its Interior Architecture and the “Divine Detail” of its soaring glass and wood atrium. The project was also featured in Architectural Record.
square foot size. This addition was recognized by the American Institute of Architects Chicago for its Interior Architecture and the “Divine Detail” of its soaring glass and wood atrium. The project was also featured in Architectural Record.