Lehi Prepares to Unveil New Library and Civic Center

The City of Lehi is eagerly anticipating the grand opening of its new Library and Civic Center, designed to serve as a central hub for the community. The facility, located at 131 N. 100 East, will officially open its doors on April 16th.

A Modern Facility for a Growing City

Lehi, one of Utah’s oldest cities, has been actively upgrading its infrastructure to accommodate its rapidly expanding population. The new Civic Center encompasses the library, community rooms, information services, city administration offices, and a larger City Council chamber.

Library Transition and Timeline

For the past two years, the Lehi Library operated from a temporary location near I-15 while the new Civic Center was under construction. Library Director Kristi Seely, who has been with the Lehi Library for approximately 25 years, stated, “We've been providing services there the best we could until we could get this finished.”

Soft Opening and Grand Opening Details

The library will host a soft opening on April 6th, allowing for final preparations before the full grand opening of the Civic Center on April 16th. The city will celebrate the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Inside the New Lehi Library

First Floor: A Quiet Study Space

The first floor of the library is designed as a quiet zone, featuring an indoor and walk-up book drop, adult books and materials, desks, cubicles, and study rooms. This area caters to patrons seeking a peaceful environment for work or study.

Second Floor: A Vibrant Space for Young Readers

The second floor offers a more dynamic environment, designated as a “non-shushing library.” It includes dedicated sections for children and young adults, complete with decorative elements like a bookworm mural and a learning tree, as well as comfortable seating. Seely emphasized, “I love that it’s a gathering space. It’s just a place you can come and have great experiences.”

Seely expressed her gratitude for the new location, noting the improved conditions compared to the previous library. “It’s so nice to be in a beautiful building that is temperature controlled and doesn’t drip or leak,” she said. “It feels so good to be in here. We’ve waited a long time for it.”