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Aurora Public Library History
In 1925, as the town of Aurora grew, an energetic and innovative group, the Aurora Women's Club, was organized. For four years, the club focused its determined efforts on establishing a public library in Aurora, holding card parties, teas and bake sales, selling stationery, and giving plays. With $171 in hand, they opened a library at 1516 Dallas St. on Feb. 10, 1929. It was dedicated the following October, with the City Council unanimously accepting the library, with all books and equipment. (Photo: Courtesy of the Aurora History Museum)
Today, five library branches and a bookmobile serve Aurora's more than 400,000 residents, providing access not only to hard-copy books and periodicals, but the Internet, online databases, job resources, homework assistance, DVDs, CDs, plus online books and media.
The Library Board is a chartered board of seven appointed members empowered to advise the City Council, the City Manager, and the Director of Library & Cultural Services on matters relating to the Aurora Public Library, including the administration of gifts and trusts.
APL Strategic and Facilities Master Plan
Aurora Public Library has completed its Strategic and Facilities Master Plan, which includes a revised vision, mission and a set of values. Five areas of focus were chosen to assist in guiding the library’s services to the community, and facilities’ needs, including potential new constructions, were identified.
Guided by a vision of an interconnected Aurora full of opportunity, the library's next chapter centers on supporting patrons at every stage of life. Learn more about the Strategic and Facilities Master Plan.