Irvine Public Libraries Transition & Future Planning
Update on Irvine Library Location Hours
Heritage Park & University Park Library Branches
On May 16, 2025, the County of Orange closed the Heritage Park and University Park Library locations. The libraries were officially transitioned to the City of Irvine on July 1, 2025 and opened as the first branches of the Irvine Public Library on Sunday, August 3. The Heritage Park Library is a City-owned facility.
The University Park Library is a county-owned facility but will be leased by the City for a five-year term.
Katie Wheeler Library Branch
The Katie Wheeler Library is under County of Orange management until December 31, 2025, and will be transitioned to the City beginning January 1, 2026 for a three-year lease.
Help shape the future growth of Irvine's new library system!
As we look ahead, planning is already underway to grow and enhance the entire library system. The City of Irvine hosted a series of community meetings in early June and August 2026 to explore feasibility of future facility growth. Information regarding the feasibility study will be presented to City Council at its meetingTuesday, October 14, 2025.
Stay engaged! The Library will be working towards developing a Strategic Plan regarding the future of library services. We encourage you to check back regularly for updates. To stay informed, sign up for our eNewsletter to receive the latest news and information on upcoming meetings and additional library services.
Transition Resources
For detailed information about the creation of the Irvine Public Library System and the transition from the County of Orange, please visit our Irvine Public Library Project Background website.
Residents of Irvine may continue to access any of the Orange County Public Library (OCPL) sites during and after the transition. For more information on OCPL hours, locations, and services, visit ocpl.org.
