CLINTON — The town has been awarded $11.3 million in state funding for a new public library, following a vote by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) at its March 5 meeting. The grant is part of more than $29.1 million distributed through the Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program.

At the meeting, the MBLC awarded provisional construction grants to municipalities participating in the program, supporting projects aimed at improving library facilities across the state.

“Public libraries are needed now more than ever,” said MBLC Chair Vicky Biancolo. “These libraries stand for community, for education for all at any age, for reliable, accurate information, and for access to stories and ideas that represent the diverse world and experiences around us. We congratulate these communities as they move ahead with projects that will improve their communities and the lives of the people they serve.”

The Clinton Library Project is planned for the town-owned site at 239 Chestnut St. The design includes private and group study rooms, a dedicated teen area, space for a makerspace, and restrooms on each floor.

“With the Commonwealth paying for 48 percent of eligible costs, this is an amazing opportunity for Clinton residents to get a state-of-the-art library with all the features they’ve been asking for, like study rooms, family restrooms, and on-site parking,” said Marie Letarte, Bigelow Free Public Library Director. “The last time this grant was offered was in FY2017 and isn’t expected to come around again for a few more years.”

Designs for the project can be viewed online or at the Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information sessions will be held now through May 27.

For more information about the library and its events, visit bigelowlibrary.org or call 978-365-4160.