The “Public Library of the Year” award is presented by the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) with the aim of honouring new public libraries. Baker & Taylor is the proud main sponsor of the award.

IFLA Public Library of the Year Award 2025

The award is presented to a library somewhere in the world, that has best managed to combine open and functional architecture with sustainable and creative IT solutions and has included both digital developments and local culture.

To be eligible for the award, the library must be newly built, have added a significant extension, or located in a building, that have not previously been used as a library.

To qualify, the library must be built and opened between 1 January and 31 December of the previous year.

Current Call

See also: Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about the award should be directed to Julie Broch-Mikkelsen, [email protected].

Previous Award winners