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Each March edition of the ILA Reporter includes an architectural showcase of libraries that completed renovations, additions, or new construction the previous year. If your library recently completed a construction project, consider sending in your submission so the ILA Reporter can share this with your library peers across the state!

March 2025 ILA Reporter
Submissions should include:
- At least one high-resolution image of the exterior
Can include more than one photo - At least one high-resolution image of the interior
Can include more than one photo - Photo credits (if applicable)
- Name of architectural firm or architect
- Name of construction firm
- Name of the owner's representative (if applicable)
- Type of project
Renovation/Expansion, New Construction, Etc. - Total cost
- Service population
- Name of library director
- 1-3 sentences describing the project
Not required, but if there's any information you'd like to share about the project - 2-3 quotes from patrons or users for the "What are they Saying" section
Examples from past issues are available on the ILA Reporter archive page, view any of the past March issues.
The deadline for submissions is January 20th of each year. If you'd like to have your library included, send your submission to Sarah Anderson at sanderson@ila.org. Any questions can also be directed to Sarah.
We look forward to showcasing your project, large or small, from any type of library!