The Austin Public Library has postponed the reopening of the Old Quarry Branch Library and the closure of the Menchaca Road Branch Library, which were previously scheduled for this month. The Old Quarry Branch will reopen later this summer, after additional electrical infrastructure and approval requirements were identified.

Renovations and Improvements

The branch closed approximately two years ago to undergo renovations, which include a modernized interior layout and updated design, a new outdoor reading patio, new literacy and learning zones for children and teens, and technology, accessibility and sustainability improvements throughout the building.

The Menchaca Road Branch closure, previously scheduled for June 14, will be rescheduled for later this summer. The Menchaca Road Branch will close closer to the Old Quarry Branch reopening date to minimize the impact on library customers caused by simultaneous branch closures.

Renovations and improvements to the Menchaca Branch will include a redesigned and modernized interior layout, dedicated areas for children and teens, literacy and learning zones with colorful, child-scaled design elements, and technology upgrades and infrastructure improvements.

A 2018 bond funded the Menchaca Road Branch and the Old Quarry Branch renovations. The bond allocated $128 million for libraries, museums and cultural arts.

Original reporting: Community Impact — Austin — read the source article.