EVPL North Park
🏢 Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library · EVANSVILLE, Indiana
EVPL North Park
Perched on a hill across from Central High School on Evansville's north side, EVPL North Park's 20,000-square-foot lodge-inspired building features two reading towers, a children's wildlife mural by Posey County artist Judith Powers, and a rustic patio retreat.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 960 Koehler Drive, EVANSVILLE, IN 47710
Phone: 8124288237
Website: evpl.org
📖 About EVPL North Park
<p>EVPL North Park sits on a hillside at 960 Koehler Drive, directly across from Central High School on Evansville's north side. The 20,000-square-foot building was designed to evoke a National Park lodge, complete with two distinctive reading towers — one housing a children's area adorned with a wildlife mural painted by Posey County artist Judith Powers. A rustic outdoor patio provides a quiet retreat, while inside the branch offers multiple meeting spaces, WiFi, public computers, and knitting classes among its regular programming.</p>
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Architecture inspired by a National Park lodge, set on a hilltop on Evansville's north side
- Two reading towers including a children's tower with a wildlife mural by artist Judith Powers
- 20,000 square feet of library space with multiple meeting rooms and a large group room
- Rustic outdoor patio retreat overlooking the north-side neighborhood
📱 Free with an EVPL Card
Digital resources available 24/7 from home with your library card.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the EVPL North Park building architecturally distinctive?
The building was designed to resemble a National Park lodge, featuring two reading towers, wood-toned interiors, and a rustic outdoor patio. It sits on a hill at 960 Koehler Drive across from Central High School, giving it a prominent presence on Evansville's north side.
What is the wildlife mural at EVPL North Park and who created it?
The children's reading tower features a wildlife mural painted by Judith Powers, an artist from Posey County, Indiana. The mural creates an immersive nature-themed reading environment for young visitors.
Does EVPL North Park have programming for adults as well as children?
Yes. In addition to children's programming in the dedicated children's tower, the branch hosts adult programs including regular knitting classes and various community events in its large meeting room.