Enhanced Children's Areas
In 2022, The Library embarked on an exciting campaign to bring vibrant new learning activities to the children's areas at all three Davenport Public Library locations!
The Library fundraised to add interactive nature-themed kiosks, wall panels, and more to the Main Library, Fairmount Branch, and Eastern Branch. These learning spaces were designed to ignite child imagination and allow kids to engage in different activities that support the fundamentals of emergent and early literacy: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. There are letters and words, gears, song lyrics, varying textures, and so many other pieces that are perfect for hands-on play. And of course, cozy nooks for parents and children to read together!
Early literacy is critical for lifelong learning and success in school. Access to these free, educational spots, give children a strong start in early literacy to ensure that they are ready for kindergarten and beyond.
The Library partnered with The Burgeon Group, the premier design/build firm, as the artist on this interactive art installation.
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The first phase of the $1.2M privately-funded project was completed in November 2023 at the Fairmount Branch and Eastern Branch.
NEW! The next phase kicks off in early November 2024 with completion of the interactive spaces at Fairmount Branch and Eastern Branch, as well as the initial installation of learning interactives at Main Library!
Major donors to date are listed below. Donations of $5,000+ will receive mention on a special wall plaque at each location.
You can learn more about Rochelle A. Murray and her lasting influence on this project and the community at The Library's blog.
THANK YOU TO our MAJOR DONORS!
