A New Library for Bigfork
Dear Library Lovers,
Great towns have great libraries. They are a hallmark of a healthy, successful community and reflect a commitment to education and prosperity.
Bigfork is a great town- a wonderful place where we’re proud to live, work and play. That’s why in 2017 we embarked on the journey to bring Bigfork a library befitting of our community. Through resilience, joy, and generosity we completed a $3.2 million capital campaign and opened the doors to the new Bigfork Library on August 6, 2024.
The generosity of 421 individual donors and the tenacity of ImagineIF Library Foundation helped us bring the newest treasure to our beloved town.
A great library will ensure that Bigfork is a great place to grow up, grow older, to discover yourself and to realize your full potential. And we can’t wait!
In gratitude,
Al Logan and Andrea Goff
Capital Campaign Committee Co-Chairs
A new library for a Connected Community
· A free, public meeting room
· An open, flexible floor plan to accommodate events
· ADA-accessibility
· Intergenerational programs where people share knowledge and experiences
· Expanded collaboration with educators, child-care providers and local agencies
A new library for Lifelong Education
· Expanded early literacy classes for ages 0-7
· Expanded STEAM-focused Summer Experience programs for teens and tweens
· A widely expanded collections of books, DVDs, games, music, and more
· Self-directed learning opportunities, salon-style lectures, and peer-to-peer mentorship opportunities for all ages
A new library for Economic Development
· Access to office, presentation, and creative resources
· Ample public parking and communal outdoor spaces
· Access to high speed internet and one-on-one technology instruction
· Programs that cultivate the 21st century skills that employers are seeking