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Kingsessing Library

A Rebuild project

About

Kingsessing Library was renovated in 1999 as part of the "Changing Lives" campaign, which refurbished branches and brought internet service to every library. The library is equipped with:

  • Computers.
  • Printers and photocopiers.
  • Meeting rooms for community use.

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Address
1201 S. 51st St.
Philadelphia, PA 19143
Free Library website

Project Status: Completed

The $8 million Kingsessing Library renovations include:

  • New roof, windows, and doors
  • Masonry restoration
  • New plumbing, electric, mechanical, security, and fire alarm systems
  • New lighting, interior finishes, and furniture
  • A new staff break room and kitchen
  • A new community classroom
  • ADA improvements including upgraded restrooms and new elevator
  • Outdoor enhancements including a new fenced ADA accessible story circle, a community garden area, and new trash/recycling receptacles and benches
  • Indego bike station located on the library's front plaza

Project management

Rebuild led this project. If you have questions, contact us at rebuild@phila.gov.

The Kingsessing Recreation Center is also a Rebuild project site. The Library and Recreation Center are being managed together as a co-located site.

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Resources

Kingsessing Library and Recreation Center: Rebuild plans and resources
Rebuild will invest hundreds of millions of dollars in improving community facilities. View resources related to the improvements at Kingsessing Library and Recreation Center.

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