Louisville’s largest public library is under construction, and patrons may not be able to check out a book, study or access the space until Dec. 2026, according to city leaders.

On Dec. 1, the Main Library in downtown Louisville will shut its doors for about 12 months, Mayor Craig Greenberg said at a press conference Monday. While the hub for computer access, shelter and common space is closed to the public, city officials are expected to expand other libraries’ hours, open a computer resource center and add more services for Louisvillians experiencing homelessness.

Greenberg announced the $8 million project surrounded by yellow caution tape, neon orange construction barriers and several construction workers passing by with long wooden beams and scrap metal.

Greenberg said the project w

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