Recent Announcements
Library explores math of ebooks on PBS show "How It's Math".
Oct 14, 2026
Learn how libraries use math and data to manage digital books and decide how much money to budget for them.
Library launches new pollinator pocket garden.
Sep 29, 2026
Thanks to help from Sustainable Westerville & Wild Ones Columbus volunteers, visitors can enjoy a garden featuring 19 native plant species.
Westerville’s history just became searchable...
Sep 28, 2026
...with new text-searchable digital access to 124 years’ worth of the Westerville News & Public Opinion newspaper (1880-2005).
Power up with the 2026 Wizards & Wands Festival. 🍄
Sep 22, 2026
From a Mario party to candy crafts, get ready for a sweet celebration of all things supernatural this October.
$1,813 grant brings songs, strollers, and sensory bins.
Apr 27, 2026
Thanks to State Library of Ohio and Institute of Museum and Library Services for a $1,813 grant to host educational events this summer.
Museum receives $50,000 from trust of Vernon L. Pack
Apr 01, 2026
Pack was a longtime supporter of history, reading, and education in Westerville.
2025 Year in Review
2025 was full of big celebrations, expanding access via community partnerships, and sustainability.
Bill Heaphy earns 2026 Volunteer of the Year award
Mar 03, 2026
For 19 years, Bill has served approximately 7,200 volunteer hours cataloging items for the Westerville History Museum.
The Wizards & Wands Festival is going to be a scream! 😮
Jul 15, 2025
From a Halloween scream-along for kids to a screening of the silent film Nosferatu, be prepared for fun fantasy frights this October.
2 exhibits: Westerville's history of ice cream & whiskey
Jun 02, 2025
Local restaurateurs and advocates bring about innovation, social change, and the “dry capital of the world”.
American Heart Association grants $2,500 to library.
Jun 02, 2025
The Westerville Public Library used these funds to launch a community-based blood pressure monitoring hub.
$1,889 grant brings bubbles, barnyard animals, and beats.
Mar 26, 2025
Thanks to State Library of Ohio and Institute of Museum and Library Services for a $1,889 grant to host educational events this summer.
Friends earn 2025 Organization of the Year award.
Mar 21, 2025
Presented by City of Westerville for demonstrating exemplary leadership, creativity, cooperation, and hard work in their service to others.
2024 Year in Review
2024 was a year of expanding access, continued growth, and investing in our community’s future.
Bringing Home Anti-Saloon League Items with $13,827 Grant
Nov 14, 2024
After more than 50 years, it’s time to bring more than 600-linear-feet of materials back to the library and museum.
Thank you to voters!
Nov 06, 2024
The library issues statement from Erin Francoeur, Executive Director, following the passage of a 0.75-mill additional operating levy.
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Murals receive honors from Ohio Local History Alliance.
Oct 12, 2026
This award celebrates 12 murals spotlighting Westerville history made possible by 11 organizations, 8 artists, and 4 businesses.
Fiscal Officer Receives Auditor of State Award (2017-2025)
Aug 24, 2026
The Auditor of State announced that the Westerville Public Library has qualified for the Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
Museum receives $50,000 from trust of Vernon L. Pack
Apr 01, 2026
Pack was a longtime supporter of history, reading, and education in Westerville.
Bill Heaphy earns 2026 Volunteer of the Year award
Mar 03, 2026
For 19 years, Bill has served approximately 7,200 volunteer hours cataloging items for the Westerville History Museum.
Murals receive honors from Ohio Local History Alliance.
Oct 12, 2026
This award celebrates 12 murals spotlighting Westerville history made possible by 11 organizations, 8 artists, and 4 businesses.
Fiscal Officer Receives Auditor of State Award (2017-2025)
Aug 24, 2026
The Auditor of State announced that the Westerville Public Library has qualified for the Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
Museum receives $50,000 from trust of Vernon L. Pack
Apr 01, 2026
Pack was a longtime supporter of history, reading, and education in Westerville.
Bill Heaphy earns 2026 Volunteer of the Year award
Mar 03, 2026
For 19 years, Bill has served approximately 7,200 volunteer hours cataloging items for the Westerville History Museum.
Library explores math of ebooks on PBS show "How It's Math".
Oct 14, 2026
Learn how libraries use math and data to manage digital books and decide how much money to budget for them.
Murals receive honors from Ohio Local History Alliance.
Oct 12, 2026
This award celebrates 12 murals spotlighting Westerville history made possible by 11 organizations, 8 artists, and 4 businesses.
Library launches new pollinator pocket garden.
Sep 29, 2026
Thanks to help from Sustainable Westerville & Wild Ones Columbus volunteers, visitors can enjoy a garden featuring 19 native plant species.
Westerville’s history just became searchable...
Sep 28, 2026
...with new text-searchable digital access to 124 years’ worth of the Westerville News & Public Opinion newspaper (1880-2005).
Library explores math of ebooks on PBS show "How It's Math".
Oct 14, 2026
Learn how libraries use math and data to manage digital books and decide how much money to budget for them.
Murals receive honors from Ohio Local History Alliance.
Oct 12, 2026
This award celebrates 12 murals spotlighting Westerville history made possible by 11 organizations, 8 artists, and 4 businesses.
Library launches new pollinator pocket garden.
Sep 29, 2026
Thanks to help from Sustainable Westerville & Wild Ones Columbus volunteers, visitors can enjoy a garden featuring 19 native plant species.
Westerville’s history just became searchable...
Sep 28, 2026
...with new text-searchable digital access to 124 years’ worth of the Westerville News & Public Opinion newspaper (1880-2005).
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Teens: Earn a Volunteer Hour
Dec 14, Jan 12, Feb 24
Activity Center
Help with special projects to earn an hour of service credit. Tasks may include sorting, cutting, and organizing.
Family Storytime: Library Love
Feb 6th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a special storytime featuring amazing stories and fun facts about your library.If your…
Teens: Earn a Volunteer Hour
Sep 22, Oct 19, Nov 17
Meeting Room A
Help with special projects to earn an hour of service credit. Tasks may include sorting, cutting, and organizing.
Where do I pick up my holds?
When you place a hold, you will be prompted to choose a pickup location: Uptown Drive-Thru, Uptown Lockers, Uptown Self-Serve...
Teens: Earn a Volunteer Hour
Dec 14, Jan 12, Feb 24
Activity Center
Help with special projects to earn an hour of service credit. Tasks may include sorting, cutting, and organizing.
Family Storytime: Library Love
Feb 6th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a special storytime featuring amazing stories and fun facts about your library.If your…
Teens: Earn a Volunteer Hour
Sep 22, Oct 19, Nov 17
Meeting Room A
Help with special projects to earn an hour of service credit. Tasks may include sorting, cutting, and organizing.
Where do I pick up my holds?
When you place a hold, you will be prompted to choose a pickup location: Uptown Drive-Thru, Uptown Lockers, Uptown Self-Serve...
