Dayton Metro Library Main Branch

The Dayton Metro Library Main Branch in Downtown Dayton, as part of the $187 million system-wide infrastructure investment, was renovated and expanded from 28,000 SF to 100,000 SF. The renovation also created a new underground parking area for patrons on the lower levels of the building.

This LEED® Gold certified facility now welcomes patrons with a towering, light-filled, three-story atrium. Adaptable and flexible spaces allow for both collaboration, community, and quiet focused spaces. A focus on the local community is showcased with original art installations, a local history section, and resources for businesses, nonprofits, and workforce development.

Key features include:

• Easy access to new and popular materials on the first floor and improved browsing throughout
• An enclosed quiet reading room and two comfortable reading areas with park views
• Enhanced technology with more public computers, a computer lab, a green screen room with audio/video recording and editing equipment, touchscreen catalog monitors, and convenient, upgraded power and Wi-Fi connectivity
• An exciting and creative children’s program room, story corner, and enclosed outdoor area
• Teen room designed for homework, gaming, activities, and gathering
• Flexible spaces for innovative library and community programs and partnerships
• Auditorium and Theatre
• Tutoring, group study, and audiovisual suites
• Coffee Bar/Café