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The Paschalville Library, a historic Carnegie library serving Southwest Philadelphia since 1915, is undergoing a $13.2 million transformation. This ambitious renovation—led by the Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance (GPCA) in partnership with Rebuild Philadelphia, the BFW Group, the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation, and Southwest CDC—aims to breathe new life into a cornerstone of the community.
GPCA is proud to serve as the project manager for this vital public space, ensuring the renovation not only meets the highest standards of accessibility and design but also reflects the voices and needs of the neighborhood it serves. This renovation is more than just a facelift—it’s an investment in the future of Southwest Philly.
The Paschalville Library isn’t just a building—it’s a lifeline for the community. For generations, it has been a place where children discover the joy of reading, neighbors connect, and families access resources that support their growth and well-being.
But like many public spaces in historically under-resourced neighborhoods, it has long been overdue for investment.
At GPCA, we believe that every community deserves access to beautiful, functional, and inspiring public spaces—places that affirm dignity, foster learning, and spark opportunity. This renovation is about more than fixing walls or updating systems—it’s about restoring trust, pride, and possibility in a neighborhood that deserves nothing less.
Construction is well underway at Paschalville Library, with structural upgrades, accessibility improvements, and community-inspired design elements taking shape. GPCA is proud to lead this transformation, ensuring every detail reflects the heart and hope of Southwest Philly.
From the start, community voices have guided this renovation. Through listening sessions, design workshops, and public art collaborations, local residents helped shape a vision for a library that truly reflects Southwest Philly’s culture, needs, and dreams.
GPCA believes in building with the community, not just for it—and Paschalville Library stands as a testament to that commitment.
Watch our community meeting videos:
July 15, 2021, Sept 18, 2021, Nov 16, 2021, March 1, 2022
Invest in children’s futures by creating safe, enriching spaces for learning.
Support working families with access to technology, programs, and services that make life easier.
Honor community history while building for the next generation.
Send a clear message that Southwest Philly matters—and we’re here to stay.
This is how we break cycles of disinvestment. This is how we build a thriving Philadelphia—starting right here, block by block.
A historic investment in Philadelphia communities
Made possible by the Philadelphia Beverage Tax, Rebuild is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in improving community facilities. Through its projects, Rebuild will:
• Make physical improvements to parks, recreation centers, and libraries, including Pascalville Library.
• Promote diversity and economic inclusion.
• Rebuild will support minorities and women who work (or want to work) in the design and construction industries.
• Engage with community members to leverage their knowledge, power, and expertise. Community feedback will inform the improvements that are made to facilities.
Want to follow the progress and be the first to know when the new Paschalville Library opens?
Sign up for updates, community events, and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks.
Let’s build the future—together.
