Grand Island Public Library to get new bookmobile

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The Grand Island Public Library in Nebraska is set to receive a brand-new bookmobile by the end of this year. The library has been fundraising and securing funding to replace its aging mobile branch, which will allow the library to better serve the community and bring books and resources to underserved areas.

Why it matters

Bookmobiles play a vital role in providing library access to rural and underserved communities that may not have a physical library branch nearby. The new bookmobile will help the Grand Island Public Library expand its reach and ensure more residents have convenient access to books, media, and other educational resources.

The details

The library has been actively fundraising and securing grants to purchase the new bookmobile, which is expected to cost around $250,000. The current bookmobile is over 15 years old and in need of replacement. The new vehicle will be outfitted with the latest technology and amenities to better serve patrons on the go.

• The Grand Island Public Library began fundraising for the new bookmobile in early 2025.
• The library expects to take delivery of the new bookmobile by December 2026.

What’s next

The library plans to unveil the new bookmobile to the public with a special holiday celebration in late December 2026.