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Approximately 200 students from 15 elementary schools in Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 have their artwork on display at the Waukegan Public Library as part of the annual Elementary School Art Exhibit. The exhibit, which features a variety of artwork from kindergarteners through fifth graders, provides students with an opportunity to showcase their creativity to the community beyond the walls of their schools. Teachers select the artwork from their students, and the students receive certificates of achievement.

Since its inception, the Waukegan Public Library has evolved from a book repository to a vibrant community hub offering diverse services. From the establishment of the Little Fort Reading Room in 1845 to the construction of its current building in 1965, the library has continually adapted to meet the changing needs of Waukegan residents. Today, the library provides free internet access, hosts classes for English learners, and plans to introduce virtual doctor visits via telehealth booths. Additionally, the renovation of the Carnegie building will create a maker space with equipment for public use and house the Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie.