New library card art coming soon
Published on January 07, 2026
In 2025 Menlo Park Library called upon community members of all ages to submit original artwork inspired by the theme “My Library Adventure in Menlo Park.” Now we are pleased to announce five designs that will be featured on our next generation of library cards!
Thank you to our selected artists, Adele C., Cleo L., Emma F., Jeanne L., and Naomi L., as well as every artist who submitted their designs.
A panel of curators—which included members of the Library Foundation, Library Commission, Friends of the Library, City Council, and staff from Menlo Park and the Peninsula Library System—selected designs that they felt represented Menlo Park and the joy of the library. We hope that community members of every age will find their library adventure represented in at least one of these artworks and will enjoy keeping it close in their wallet or on a keyring.
The new cards are in production and will be available soon! Current library cardholders whose barcode begins with 29044 will be able to exchange their current card for one of the new designs at Menlo Park Library and Belle Haven Library. Production is sponsored by generous funding from the Menlo Park Library Foundation. All 35 submissions will remain on display at the Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.) through Jan. 15, 2026.