Wentworth Library was last renovated in 2008. A new renovation project will make necessary updates and reorganize the interior to improve in-demand spaces to better support services and technology. The project will include new furniture, equipment, accessibility improvements, and mechanical and electrical building system upgrades.
Dakota County contracted with LEO A DALY to provide professional design services for this project.
Project timeline
- June 2024–January 2025: Design work
- February 2025: Bidding for construction project
- April 2025: Close Wentworth Library for renovation work
- April 2025: Open temporary library at Northern Service Center
- April 24, 2026, Close temporary library at Northern Service Center
- May 6, 2026: Reopen Wentworth Library
Timeline is subject to change as the project develops.
Closed for construction
The Wentworth Library is closed for construction. Construction is estimated to take about one year. The estimated reopening date is spring 2026.
Temporary library location
A temporary library site opened on Monday, April 14, 2025 in the Northern Service Center in West St. Paul. Customers can pick up holds, browse new materials and use computers, copiers and printers at the temporary library location. Materials can also be returned in the outside return bin at any time.
Temporary Library
Northern Service Center, 2nd floor
1 Mendota Road W., West. St. Paul
Work to date
Our team developed the new design in 2024. The design included new, accessible meeting and study rooms, new restrooms, new furniture and finishes throughout. This will create modern and functional spaces to meet resident needs for years to come.
Contractors started demolition work in mid-May 2025 and completed work by end of February 2026. Staff will be working to move in furniture, equipment and furnishings in March and April to prepare for reopening the library.
The temporary Wentworth Library at the Northern Service Center will close on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. The book drop will remain available outside the Northern Service Center until the renovated library opens.
Opening soon - May 6, 2026
The Wentworth Library will reopen for regular staffed hours at 9 a.m. on May 6, 2026. All regular library services will be available.
An opening celebration will take place Wednesday, May 6 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Join us to celebrate the conclusion of this renovation project and to check out the new library spaces.
Submit project questions or requests for information to wentworthproject@co.dakota.mn.us.