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Community Exhibit Case
All exhibits in the Library are scheduled and handled by staff. Exhibits complementing library collections and services may be housed in the north display case in the vestibule. Exhibits will be accepted based upon the following criteria:

  • appropriateness to library services and collections
  • general community interest
  • timeliness of topic
  • suitability of the exhibit to the space available for display

The Exhibit Case can be reserved up to six months in advance. To apply, fill out the Exhibit Case Application Form and send it to the Public Information Coordinator at the library (address below)

Do you have an idea for an Exhibit? Contact the Public Information Coordinator at 630-279-8696.

View examples of good exhibits here

Guidelines for exhibit

Displays will be accepted from individuals or non-for-profit groups only.
  1. Elmhurst residents and organizations have first priority.
  2. Displays must be set up on the first of the month and must be taken out by the last day of the month. Please call ahead to arrange for the Public Information Coordinator to open the case.
  3. To be in this high-traffic area, displays must be attractive, of general interest to the community, and include 3-dimensional items of appropriate size.
  4. The display case has a lock, however, the library is not responsible for lost or damaged items.
  5. The library reserves the right to take down the display if necessary.
  6. No individual or group may exhibit more than once in a 12-month period. Annual exhibits will not be approved.
  7. Due to the volume of applications received, you will be notified only if your application is approved.
Exhibit Case Measurements
  • Width-5.5 feet
  • Height-5 feet
  • Depth 1.75 feet (21 inches)
The case also has:
  • an electrical outlet
  • a maximum of 3 adjustable glass shelves
    • Width–31 inches
    • Depth–15 inches
  • tackable back wall
  • a plastic grid at the top to hang lightweight items
  • a lock

Community Bulletin Board and Pamphlet Rack
The library has a locked bulletin board and pamphlet rack for the display or distribution of information of interest to Elmhurst residents. For information, click here or call 630-279-8696.

PDF Forms:
Community Information Distribution
Exhibit Case Application Form