Hatch Auditorium, The Library Center

Sapp Design Associates Architects Inc.

Architect: Sapp Design Associates Architects Inc.
Engineers: Olsson Inc., civil; and RTM Engineering Consultants LLC, structural
General contractor: Branco Enterprises Inc.
Estimated cost: $8 million
Estimated completion: October 2025
Project description: The Library Center, part of the Springfield-Greene County Library District, is getting a 500-seat auditorium to create a south-side venue for community engagement and cultural enrichment, according to project officials. The 11,000-square-foot facility will be able to host intimate networking sessions and after-hours gatherings in its lobby area or musical performances, banquets, lectures and readings. Flexible seating configurations will allow the space to be adapted to various event types, from full seating for performances to an open floor for receptions.