The renovated and expanded Maya Angelou Branch Library, at 3051 E. 21st St., Wichita reopened this week after undergoing a complete interior remodel.  The remodel, which closed the library in October, is part of the Library’s master plan to enhance services at branch locations.

The remodel included a new addition on the west side of the building; changes to the interior layout; a new study room; new flooring, furniture, lighting, and art.

  • The remodel included a small addition on the west side of the building with lots of windows. The room is furnished with comfortable upholstered furniture.
  • The library includes a bright seating and activity area for small children.

Although the library has reopened, the renovations are still not finished.  They’re waiting on new shelving and planned art installation. 

A formal reopening program is planned for late May. 

In the meantime, to help accommodate customers at the Rockwell Library, which is now closed for remodeling, the library is operating with extended hours.  

The library is open:

Monday – Thursday

10 a.m. – 8 p.m. 

Friday & Saturday

10 a.m. – 6 p.m.  

Sunday

1p.m. – 5 p.m.

Since 1996, Bonita has served as as Editor-in-Chief of The Community Voice newspaper. As the owner, she has guided the Wichita-based publication’s growth in reach across the state of Kansas and into...

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