Room Rental Pricing and Options changed, effective July 31, 2026. All room rentals booked prior to this date may adhere to the original terms of their agreement. All room rentals booked after this date must adhere to the revised terms.
Summary and Purpose
Lancaster Public Library has multiple spaces perfect for business meetings, networking receptions, private parties, and more. Flexible spaces throughout the building offer many options for businesses and organizations, and hosting your event or meeting at the library provides a unique experience for you and your guests*.
Rooms Available for Community Use
- Four study rooms available on the first floor for any patron
- Two study rooms available in the YA Library for patrons between the ages of 13 – 24
- First floor rooms
- 2 chairs at 1 table, hard surface flooring
- YA rooms
- 4 chairs at 1 table, carpeted
- Whiteboard (markers and eraser available upon request)
- $25 for up to two hours (no discount for non-profit) with reservation
- The 10-days-in-advance rule does not apply
- Unreserved study rooms are available for free
- Impromptu bookings on a first-come, first-served basis
Seating and Amenities
- 8 chairs around 2 tables pushed together
- Carpeted
Fee:
- $50 ($25 non-profit) for up to 2 hours
- $20/hour ($10 non-profit) for each additional hour
- 10-days-in-advance rule does not apply
- May be booked impromptu (all fees still apply)
Open/outdoor area.
Seating and Amenities
- Accommodates up to 30 in a variety of seating and table options in a dispersed but movable layout
- Power outlets, three shade umbrellas (cannot be moved)
Fee:
- $200 ($100 non-profit) for up to 2 hours
- $50/hour ($25 non-profit) for each additional hour
Available by special request. Inquire for details.
Seating and Amenities
- 24 chairs at six tables arranged to face the front of the room
- 20 more chairs are available upon request for renters to place and return themselves
- Renters may fold and push tables against the wall; they must be unfolded and repositioned when finished
- Hard surface flooring
- AV: Presentation screen with HDMI hookup on wall
- Podium, microphone, whiteboard with markers, sink, counter space, microwave, and mini fridge
Fee:
- $150 ($75 non-profit) for up to 2 hours
- $50/hour ($25 non-profit) for each additional hour
Seating and Amenities
- 24 chairs around a large oval board-style table
- Hard surface flooring
- AV: presentation screen with HDMI hookups on table or wall
- Whiteboard with markers
Fee:
- $150 ($75 non-profit) for up to 2 hours
- $50/hour ($25 non-profit) for each additional hour
Available by special request. Inquire for details.
Maximum seating capacity is 20 adults.
Fee:
$50/hour ($25 non-profit)
Maximum seating in each of these rooms is in compliance with local fire codes and cannot be exceeded. Fees are subject to change.
Completing Applications and Scheduling of Meeting Rooms
In the scheduling of Library meeting rooms, Library operations and activities take precedence over outside activities. Parties interested in renting Library space must apply in advance (minimum of 10 business days) by completing an Application for Rental for review by the Library Management Team. The Library will maintain a reservation file and calendar documenting all planned meeting room activities and applications on a month-by-month basis.
Meeting Room/Facility Rental Rules and Regulations
Please review the Meeting Room/Facility Rental Rules and Regulations before requesting a room reservation. It is important that you follow the terms of use so that you will be able to reserve our meeting rooms now and in the future.
To get started, click on the Application for Rental button below.
*Use of the meeting rooms by an approved organization or group does not constitute an endorsement of that group or organization by the Lancaster Public Library.