If you’re a regular at EVPL Red Bank - or even if you just pop in for a book hold, a study session, or a little quiet time - you might want to make a visit soon. The branch will close its doors at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 12, as the building gets ready for demolition and a brand-new, much bigger library takes its place. And while “demolition” sounds dramatic, don’t worry - this is all part of EVPL’s long-term plan to better serve the west side.

Why EVPL Red Bank Is Closing

This upgrade is a major step in the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library’s Master Facilities Plan, launched in 2022. That plan found what many west-siders already knew: the community could use a larger, more modern library space. So, EVPL is moving forward with a totally reimagined Red Bank - one that’s built fo

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