On November 18, 2021, OPL's Board of Trustees approved a resolution, opens a new window to work with Heritage Omaha, opens a new window to explore opportunities to address the recommendation made in OPL's 2017 facilities master plan for a new central library on Dodge St. between 72nd and 90th streets. On January 28, 2022, an update provided by project partners confirmed that the southwest corner of 72nd & Dodge will be the focal point for the project. More details can be seen at omahacentrallibrary.org, opens a new window.
OPL Highlights Community Vision for Central Library, Launches Video Series
Watch these behind-the-scenes peeks at the future Central Library, currently under construction and set to open in spring 2026.
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OPL executive director on Central Library: "you belong here"
This column, featuring a message from OPL Director Laura Marlane, appeared in the Aug. 17, 2025, edition of the Omaha World-Herald.
Meet Matt Couch: Central Library Branch Manager
At the helm as Central Library’s branch manager will be someone who knows Omaha Public Library (OPL) inside and out: Matt Couch.
Zen Coffee Co. Announced as Café Partner for Central Library
Jun 24, 2025
Zen Coffee Company is the official café partner for Central Library, set to open in spring of 2026 at 72nd and Dodge streets.
OPL executive director on Central Library: "you belong here"
This column, featuring a message from OPL Director Laura Marlane, appeared in the Aug. 17, 2025, edition of the Omaha World-Herald.
Meet Matt Couch: Central Library Branch Manager
At the helm as Central Library’s branch manager will be someone who knows Omaha Public Library (OPL) inside and out: Matt Couch.
Zen Coffee Co. Announced as Café Partner for Central Library
Jun 24, 2025
Zen Coffee Company is the official café partner for Central Library, set to open in spring of 2026 at 72nd and Dodge streets.
News & Updates
OPL seeking art from Omaha-area artists for new library
May 26, 2024 Omaha World-Herald: Omaha-area artists are invited to make their mark on the new space that will open in 2026.
Fundraising for new Central Library surpasses $158M goal
March 25, 2024 Nebraska Examiner: Fundraising for Omaha’s new central library surpasses $158M goal
'You ain't seen nothing yet': City celebrates milestone
March 19, 2024 KETV: HDR hosted a beam-signing ceremony today to commemorate the progress on Omaha's new Central Library.
City leaders celebrate major milestone for central library
March 19, 2024 KETV: Construction on the new central Omaha Public Library location is nearing a big milestone.
OPL seeking art from Omaha-area artists for new library
May 26, 2024 Omaha World-Herald: Omaha-area artists are invited to make their mark on the new space that will open in 2026.
Fundraising for new Central Library surpasses $158M goal
March 25, 2024 Nebraska Examiner: Fundraising for Omaha’s new central library surpasses $158M goal
'You ain't seen nothing yet': City celebrates milestone
March 19, 2024 KETV: HDR hosted a beam-signing ceremony today to commemorate the progress on Omaha's new Central Library.
City leaders celebrate major milestone for central library
March 19, 2024 KETV: Construction on the new central Omaha Public Library location is nearing a big milestone.