Conway County Library: Addition and Master Planning

Built in 1916, the Conway County Public Library is one of two remaining Carnegie Libraries in the state of Arkansas.  In 1991, the community had outgrown the original building and initiated a funding drive for an expansion.  Allison was hired to create a grant proposal and master plan.  The Phase I addition to the library, completed in 2000, was designed to provide ADA compliant access to the existing building and act as a link to a future Phase II addition.  The basement of the original building was also remodeled to house the children’s collection.

Restoration of the windows and exterior of the building followed in 2012.

Master planning for the Phase II addition has been completed; additional property has been purchased and fundraising has begun.