Moorhead Public Library Hosts Farewell Party for Current Building

Community gathers to celebrate memories and milestones before library moves to new location.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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The Moorhead Public Library in Minnesota hosted a farewell party on Thursday evening to celebrate the current library building before it moves to a new location in The Loop area. The event featured speakers, refreshments, and a mini used book sale, as community members, past board members, and former staff shared stories about their time and connections to the current library space.

Why it matters

The Moorhead Public Library has been a community hub for decades, serving as a gathering place for residents. The farewell party allowed the community to reflect on the memories and milestones associated with the current building before the library transitions to a new facility that will aim to continue serving the community's needs.

The details

The farewell party included speakers who shared personal stories about their time at the library, such as a couple who got engaged at the current location and have been married for over 20 years. Library director Megan Krueger noted that the library has been a routine part of many people's lives, with some visiting weekly or even a few times per week, and that the new library location will aim to provide a similar sense of community.

  • The farewell party was held on Thursday, February 6, 2026.
  • The new Moorhead Public Library is set to open in April 2026.

The players

Megan Krueger

Director of the Moorhead Public Library.

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What they’re saying

“Well, you heard the story of the two staff members who got engaged here and they've been married over 20 years. Obviously, this building means something to them.”

— Megan Krueger, Library Director (Valley News Live)

“Everyone has a story about their time spent here.”

— Megan Krueger, Library Director (Valley News Live)

What’s next

The new Moorhead Public Library is set to open in April 2026, continuing to serve as a community hub in the city.

The takeaway

The farewell party for the Moorhead Public Library's current building highlights the important role that libraries can play in fostering community connections and providing a sense of place for residents. As the library transitions to a new location, it will aim to build on the memories and milestones associated with the current building to maintain its status as a vital community resource.