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Indio’s New Public Library to Open October 15, Advancing the City’s Civic Center Vision

INDIO, Calif. – The City of Indio will mark a milestone in its downtown revitalization next Wednesday, October 15, with the grand opening of its brand-new public library — a centerpiece of the city’s ambitious Civic Center Campus project. Designed as a modern hub for learning, creativity, and connection, the new facility reflects Indio’s growing investment in public education and community life.

The library is part of a larger plan that also includes a new city hall and community plaza, aimed at transforming the Civic Center area into a vibrant destination for residents and visitors alike. Construction began in early 2024, following several years of planning and design development led by the City of Indio and the Riverside County Library System.

The $4.6 million library was funded through a major grant from the California State Library’s Building Forward Library Facilities Improvement Program, which supports upgrades to public libraries across the state. The program focuses on enhancing accessibility, energy efficiency, and digital capacity, ensuring libraries meet the evolving needs of their communities. City funds supplemented the state grant to complete the project.

Located at 200 Civic Center Drive, the new Indio Public Library spans more than 7,800 square feet and features flexible reading areas, technology labs, public Wi-Fi, and multipurpose community rooms. Officials describe it as a “next-generation library” designed for both traditional readers and digital learners, with programs that will support youth literacy, workforce training, and lifelong learning.

“This new library represents Indio’s commitment to providing equitable access to knowledge and opportunity,” city leaders said in a statement. “It’s a space where our residents can connect, create, and continue to grow together as a community.”

The project’s completion also signals significant progress for the city’s broader Civic Center Campus redevelopment — a long-term effort to create a walkable, engaging downtown core. As Indio continues to be the fastest-growing city in the Coachella Valley, leaders see this investment as key to fostering civic pride and supporting the needs of future generations.

The Indio Public Library will officially open its doors to the public on Wednesday, October 15. A community celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony will welcome residents to explore the new facility and meet library staff. With its blend of technology, design, and accessibility, the new Indio Public Library stands as a powerful symbol of the city’s forward-looking spirit.