Library Construction Updates

This construction project is funded through the Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund (CPF) and is administered through the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Funds are distributed by the New Jersey State Library through their Community Center Digital Connect program.

Library Construction Update 9

September 23, 2025 Announcing Building Closure on Friday, September 26th

Pumping concrete for the four new columns supporting the new main floor. Click on images below to enlarge.

Concrete pumping truck set up in front library parking lot.

Concrete pumping into lower level.

Lower level before concrete pumping for new columns.

Lower level new column area after concrete pumping.

Library Construction Update 8

August 6, 2025 Lower Level Atrium - Fountain Demolition Completed

Lower level fountain has been demolished. The base is now being prepared for structural steel to be installed.

Demolition of lower level fountain.

Library Construction Update 7

July 30, 2025 Construction Timeline & Closure Extended to August 7, 2025. The Children's Room will be open, but the rest of the lower level will remain closed.

Library Construction Update 6

July 22, 2025 Construction Timeline & Closure Extended to August 4, 2025.

Library Construction Update 5

July 16, 2025 Construction Timeline & Closure Extended to July 28, 2025.

Below is our projected Construction Timeline! We are currently at step 4 and nearly done with the demolition of the fountain. We are working on removing debris from the building and getting ready for the next phase. The library closure has been extended for one more week. We will tentatively open on July 28th.

Library Construction Update 4

July 9, 2025 Closure Extended to July 21, 2025.

The library closure has been extended for one more week. We will tentatively open on July 21st.

Library Construction Update 3

July 9, 2025 Lower Level Atrium - Demolition Begins

The walls were constructed to contain both dust and sound as we prepare the lower level for the new Atrium infill project.

Safety walls built around upper level railing.

Demolition begins on lower level fountain.

Library Construction Update 2

July 2, 2025 While We Are Closed / Mientras Estemos Cerrados

mientras estemos cerrados durante construccion

Library Construction Update 1

July 1, 2025 Press Release

Plainfield Public Library to Undergo Construction Starting July 7
The Plainfield Public Library will begin a major construction project on July 7, 2025, with the goal of improving the building’s infrastructure and enhancing the overall experience for patrons.

The $2,365,000 award is funded through the Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund (CPF) and is administered through the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Funds are distributed by the New Jersey State Library through their Community Center Digital Connect program.

Library Renovation Renderings
Arcari + Iovino Architects PC

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Library Construction Announcement

June 23, 2025 Temporary Closure

Plainfield Public Library is excited to undergo renovations that will improve our space and public services for our community. These renovations are extensive and, as a result, the library building will have to close to the public at certain times so the construction work can be completed effectively and safely. The library will be closed due to construction from Monday, July 7th through Sunday, July 13th. We will, tentatively, reopen on Monday, July 14th at 9am. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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