Augsburg Park Library

Augsburg Park Library is a branch library in Richfield with a building designed around existing oak trees, using staggered windows that preserve these trees while bringing natural light into reading spaces. The facility provides K-12 homework assistance, computer access, technology resources, and a meeting room for community use.

The branch opened in 1951 on Lyndale Avenue South before relocating in February 1975 to its current site on land purchased from Augsburg College. This move enabled a new building designed with environmental consideration for the landscape.

The library serves a multilingual community by maintaining collections in Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese, with Vietnamese folktales specifically selected for local residents. These language resources reflect how the branch connects with the diverse neighborhoods it serves.

The library offers computer access and technology resources for visitors of all ages, with a meeting room that can be reserved for group gatherings. The branch is straightforward to navigate and welcoming for people seeking educational support or community space.

The branch partners with MacPhail Center for Music to host family music programs and has coordinated an annual kite festival since 2007. These programs bring together music and community in ways that extend the library's role beyond traditional collections.

Location: Richfield

GPS coordinates: 44.87389,-93.27889

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:00