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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Central Library Unveils Accessible Collection of Local Art

The 16 local artists selected to create public art for Central Library unveiled their pieces to a small group of supporters on March 29.

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.

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Screenshot from an Omaha World-Herald Column about Central Library unveiling one of the city's largest local art collections.

Central Library unveils large local art collection

OWH Article March 30, 2026: This article features Central Library and the unveiling one of the city's largest local art collections.
Central Library rendering of a building with textured white panels and a glass facade, surrounded by landscaping and pedestrians. This photo takes you to the Central Library page.

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.
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