Site Visits

Oakton College’s 2026 remodel transformed a traditional library into a one-stop-shop for studying, collaborating, support services, and community. 

This is truly a space for more than just books—it’s a place to get IT help, study with a tutor, find support for first-generation students, explore archives, and so much more. With focus pods, a sensory room, meditation space, and serene seating (complete with a fireplace!) spread throughout, it’s also a space where students can just be. 

The Lenhardt Library’s windows frame the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Bonsai Courtyards, a fitting backdrop for the collection that houses 175,000 items covering everything from horticultural therapy to soil science. 

The Library’s displays are thoughtfully aligned with the Garden’s seasonal exhibits, giving visitors a deeper look into the history of botany. Among its treasures is an impressive rare book collection, it's oldest book published in 1483.