East County Library opens
Schedule
Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 09:00 am
UTC-07:00Location
475 NW Division St, Gresham, OR 97030 | Gresham, OR
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A new library similar in size to Central Library (around 95,000 square feet) on a new site in East County. New features include:A large, 200 seat auditorium with flexible seating for cultural celebrations, lectures, performances and family programs–a true community asset for the East County community
A creative learning room with room for classes to explore everything from robotics to construction to 3D printing
An audiovisual studio with technology that provides users an accessible studio experience at the library
A sizable teen room for enjoying technology, connection and creativity
A large early learning and play space for children and their families with both indoor and enclosed outdoor options
Two sensory rooms for supporting patrons with diverse sensory needs, one geared towards adults and one geared towards children
Eight small, two medium and four large community rooms for patron use
Updated wi-fi and technology, including more laptops, iPads and creative software for patron use
New Automated Materials Handling system, ensuring materials get to patrons much faster
Modern self checkout stations to provide a better patron experience
A large collection with nearly 200,000 books, CDs and DVDs, with representation of the cultural and language diversity of the neighborhood.
Outdoor space called Ikanum for community members to relax and connect including an outdoor plaza for music, speakers and more events, managed by the City of Gresham
A rooftop terrace for community members to relax and enjoy
New art that represents the community in coordination with the Regional Arts and Culture Council
Sculptures along Eastman Parkway from Mike Suri and Terresa White
Folly sculptures along the north/south spine and on the rooftop terrace from CR&SH Studio Art (Crystal Shenk and Shelby Davis)
Wall art in the living room from Ka'ila Farrell-Smith, inspired by a community workshop
Wall murals at the elevators on all floors from Paula Champagne, inspired by a community workshop
Interior and exterior children's area artwork from Michaela Goade, author/illustrator of Berry Song
Artwork from the Portland Street Art Alliance
A mural outside the teen room by artist Xavi Panneton, inspired by a workshop with Gresham High School students
https://multcolib.org/building-libraries-together/east-county-library
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475 NW Division St, Gresham, OR 97030, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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