West Harrison Library

Pleasant little library. Lower floor is a nicely sized children’s room, complete with some table games. Upper floor has a few computers, a small lounge section, a few 4-chair tables, a Spanish books section, periodicals and DVDs. Book selection small but interesting, probably 50/50 fiction and nonfiction. Excellent natural lighting on second floor, many windows. Free Wi-Fi. Very nice, and good on West Harrison.

Great community outreach. Lots of stuff for toddlers. Everyone is welcome and helpful.

The director of this library engages in ableism. She was recently incredibly prejudice against a gentleman with special needs, who functions at a lower age level. Despite her library profile containing the quotes “will be treated with dignity and respect” and “you will feel welcome at the west Harrison public library.” She in fact did not display any of the behaviors she claims to use as the director of the library. She instead discriminated against an individual with disabilities and embarrassed him and his care take by kicking him out of the section of the library that he loves most and most identifies with.”

This library has a lack of concern for adults with special needs/disabilities. This population does not have equal access to resources and opportunities in the library. The libraries policies and director do not recognize, value, and embrace diversity. A public library should accommodate the needs of every user, while practicing equity and inclusion.

Well stocked & clean with helpful employees. It's a gem-