Quiet Study Room Use Policy
Edwardsville Public Library

The Edwardsville Public Library (EPL) has 4 Quiet Study Rooms available in the Adult Library. Study Room users must abide by the Patron Code of Conduct, which is posted online. Disruptive behavior, failure to follow library policies, or misuse of the room may result in denial of current and future use.

• Any adult or teen may request an available study room. At least one person in the group must be 13 years of age or older.
• An EPL Library card holder in good standing can reserve a room up to 7 days in advance for up to 2 hours a day. Same-day reservations cannot be made online. An online reservation is not valid until approved and confirmed by library staff. Reserve a quiet study room in advance with your EPL card here.
• Those without an EPL library card can request a room on a walk-in basis.
• Usage times may be extended by 1-2 hour increments, at the library staff’s discretion, and if other patrons are not waiting.

• Room Use Rules:
  • The study rooms are not sound proof. Please be aware of your noise level.
  • No additional furniture may be moved into study rooms.
  • Large rooms are limited to four people, and small rooms are limited to two people.
  • Nothing may be used to cover or block glass walls or doors to obscure views.
  • Study rooms must be left in the clean and tidy condition in which they are found.
  • Only dry snacks and covered drinks may be brought into the rooms, and the room must be left in a clean condition.
  • Study rooms may not be used for lying down or sleeping.
  • Do not leave personal or valuable items in rooms unattended. The Library will not be held responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • In cases of inclement weather it is the user’s responsibility to determine whether the library is open and to notify co-users of any cancellation.

• Exceptions to this policy may be made by the Library Director or the manager on duty.

Approved by the Edwardsville Public Library Board of Trustees 11/17/2021
Amended 3/11/2026