For 141 years, the Hudson Library has been a cornerstone of the Highlands community, evolving from a small room into a modern hub for learning, connection, and growth. Now, this beloved institution is embarking on the “A New Chapter Begins” Capital Campaign.
Launched this summer by the Hudson Library Foundation, the campaign aims to raise a crucial $1.5 million to fully fund a series of comprehensive renovations and expansions.
This ambitious initiative is a direct response to a community-needs survey, ensuring that the library’s future reflects the desires of the people it serves. The planned enhancements will create a more functional, welcoming, and vibrant space for everyone.
Key improvements include:
• Updated Reading Room: Creating a more serene and comfortable space
for patrons.
• New Furniture, Shelving, and Lighting: Modernizing the library’s interior for improved functionality and aesthetics.
• New Young Adult Lounge: Designing a vibrant and engaging space tailored for young adults.
• Dedicated Study and Conference Rooms: Providing essential spaces for individual and group work.
• Outdoor Pavilion and Walking Trail: Expanding the library’s footprint to include inviting outdoor spaces for community use and relaxation, complete with stone bridges, a water feature, and bench seating.
The Hudson Library’s impact goes far beyond its impressive number of daily visits and cardholders. It’s a vital resource for dozens of local non-profits and small businesses that rely on its tools and meeting spaces for their own work in education, the arts, and environmental and health services. This capital campaign will strengthen the library’s ability to serve as a critical partner for these organizations.
The design of this renovation is in the hands of a talented team, including local firms Summit Architecture and Ross Landscape Architecture, as well as McMillan Pazdan Smith, a respected regional firm specializing in library design. The campaign has already made significant strides toward its fundraising goal, and donors have the unique opportunity to become part of the library’s lasting legacy through recognition displays and naming opportunities.
Visit hudsonlibraryfoundation.org to learn more about the “A New Chapter Begins” Capital Campaign or to make a donation.
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