About Us

The Green Hills Public Library District is a transformative organization that advocates for lifelong learning and exploration.  Our facility has seen tremendous growth since the Library was originally founded in 1962.  Over the last several decades, the Library has grown with the community.  The Library’s current location provides 31,000 square feet, designed and built to meet the needs of our ever-changing community.  We serve a population of 33,209 residents in Hickory Hills, Palos Hills, and a small portion of Justice.

Our Mission

We connect the community with information and experiences to inspire lifelong learning.

Our Vision

Cultivating curiosity

Our Values

Exploration: Cultivating curiosity and lifelong learning among community members through the exploration of resources.
Diversity:
Reflecting the diversity of our community through all Library initiatives. 
Inclusiveness:
Ensuring all community members have the opportunity to utilize and benefit from materials, programs, and services.
Customer Experience:
Providing exceptional customer service to all community members through professional and knowledgeable staff.
Collaboration: Fostering cooperation among staff and in the community by actively seeking local partnerships.
Innovation: Embracing opportunities to encourage creative ideas and solutions.
Welcoming Environment: Providing a clean, safe, functional, and well-maintained facility to all users.
Stewardship: Serving as a responsible steward of the community’s resources and maintaining transparency at all levels.

Library Information Center

The Green Hills Public Library District maintains an Information Center in support of transparency.  Community members may access our financial information, policies, reports, and other documents on this page.

Additional Resources