# Event Details - **Event Name**: Library Journal Design Institute 2026 Columbus, OH - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Thursday, October 8thAbout this EventHosted by Library Journal in partnership with the Columbus Metropolitan Library-- this installment of our library building and design event will bring you the latest trends in library design. Dig deep with architects, librarians, and vendors to explore building/renovating/ retrofitting spaces both large and small that will redefine the relationship with your users and engage your community.This full-day think tank provides expert panel discussions with architects and librarians, as well as hands-on, architect-led breakout sessions dealing with real-life design challenges submitted in advance by you and your fellow attendees.Whether you're in the dreaming and planning stages or further along the design road, you'll find ideas, information, and inspiration, no matter your budget! Does your library have a design problem or project you'd like to tackle head on with an architect? Submit your project by April 2st, and receive free registration for the rest of your team.Click here to see the 2026 Design Institute cancellation policy.This event is open to librarians, library board or foundation members, and the library’s city planners/officials. If you are an architect or vendor and would like to sponsor one of our 2026 Design Institute events, please contact Advertising Director Roy Futterman: rfutterman@mediasourceinc.comBy registering for this event, you are agreeing that Library Journal/School Library Journal may share your registration information with sponsors currently shown and future sponsors of this event. Click here to review our full Privacy Policy.By registering for this event, you are agreeing to abide by the guidelines set in the Health & Safety Policy for in-person events. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbus/library-journal-design-institute-2026-columbus-oh/100001981750053758 - **Event Categories**: business, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 8 hours - Location: Columbus Metropolitian Library - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 42.95, max: 42.95, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbus - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: Columbus Metropolitian Library - **lat**: 39.9613728 - **long**: -82.9893821 - **full address**: Columbus Metropolitian Library, 96 S. GRANT AVE., Columbus, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Library Journal Design Institute 2026 Columbus, OH - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/123ebe0497557e049a1f05bbc6e48540d9baa916e799f769523bbe9c03ad232d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcba2126-gmir.jpg?v=1772810804 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Library Journal Design Institute 2026 Columbus, OH being held? - **A:** Library Journal Design Institute 2026 Columbus, OH takes place on Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Columbus Metropolitian Library, 96 S. GRANT AVE., Columbus, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Library Journal Design Institute 2026 Columbus, OH? - **A:** Library Journal Design Institute 2026 Columbus, OH is organized by Library Journal, School Library Journal & The Horn Book. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Library Journal Design Institute 2026 Columbus, OH is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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