Brown County East Branch Library ceremonial groundbreaking

New library will open this year.

The community is invited to attend a ceremonial groundbreaking at the site of the new Brown County East Branch Library. “This modern, reimagined space will serve residents on Green Bay’s east side and surrounding communities - equipped with the latest in technology and gathering spaces,” says Brown County Executive, Troy Streckenbach.

Located next door to the current branch, this conveniently located and familiar site features 16,500 square feet - nearly triple the current library's footprint! “We can’t wait for the new East Branch Library to be open to welcome visitors and serve our community for generations to come!” says Library Director, Sarah Sugden. The new library is expected to open in October 2023.

Designed by Somerville Architects & Engineers, the new library will offer inviting and comfortable areas for all ages, a fireplace, meeting and study rooms, and a calming room.  Planned exterior amenities include a drive-up window, an outdoor garden/green space, and ample parking for library patrons.  The outdoor commons area will feature native plantings, a play space designed for children, a pathway, and a variety of seating.

• Who: Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach, Brown County Library Executive Director, Sarah Sugden, Brown County Board of Supervisors Patrick Buckley and John Van Dyck, and others involved with the project, as well as an East side resident and library user.
• What: Ceremonial groundbreaking to celebrate Brown County’s new East Branch Library
• Where: East Branch Library | 2255 Main Street | Green Bay, WI 54302
• When: Thursday, April 6, 2023 | 11:00 am 

​Refreshments will be served. 

Visit browncountylibrary.org/east-branch-project to view renderings including exterior views and floor plans, the project budget, and ways to support this and other library projects.

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