Welcome to Lincoln Library!
Building Common Ground
Please join us for the following events designed to engage the Springfield community in a decision of compassion and civility in everyday life.
- Book Discussion
- “Night of Compassion” Open Mic Night
- Film & Discussion
- Juneteenth Celebration & Historical Tour
Visit the Common Ground web page for more information.
Sponsored By The Friends of Lincoln Library, Brookens Library at the University of Illinois-Springfield, & the Prairieland Compassion Network.
Lincoln Library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 28. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 29.
Book Groups
Join one, or both, of the library's book groups and enjoy lively discussion with new friends. The upcoming schedule is as follows:
Classics Book Group
May 21, Noon
Bicentennial Room
Tess of the D'Urbervilles, by Thomas Hardy
Contemporary Fiction Book Group
May 23, 6 p.m.
Carnegie Room South
Caleb's Crossing,
by Geraldine Brooks
Each year Lincoln Library compiles a list of area speakers that are available for events and occassions. There are more than 80 area speakers available for presentations small or large. The wide variety of topics includes animals, education, history, motivational, religion and social services. The list is free and available from the Reference Department or download a PDF version.
NOTE: Lincoln Library does not endorse the speakers or organizations listed.
If you are interested in being added to the Speakers List, call 217-753-4900.