The Gary Public Library and Cultural Center, 220 W. 5th Avenue is scheduled to open to the public on Saturday, January 27, 2018. A ribbon cutting and open house will be held from 9am – 2pm. The public is invited to attend.
The renovated former Main Library building includes a 100-seat theatre and a spacious community room with kitchen. Both will be available to rent for community programs, social events and functions.
A new computer lab for adults provides 41 computers and the children’s computer lab provides 20 computers. A wi-fi lounge with vending machines is also located on the main floor. Other public areas include a tutoring lab, Friends Store, 2nd floor study area, additional gallery space and new Indiana Room of local history.