2004-present: Modern era
The Crozet Library moves (September 28, 2013)
The Crozet Library was first publicly funded on May 6, 1964, and operated for decades out of the historic 1913 brick depot at The Square.
On September 28, 2013, the library moved to a much larger building at 2020 Library Avenue, anchoring a new mixed-use commercial structure that became known as Piedmont Place. The move was a major civic project: the new library has 69,000+ items, runs about 475 programs per year, and includes meeting rooms, notary services, and 24-hour outdoor pickup lockers.
Piedmont Place itself has since become the village's main downtown dining cluster, housing Smoked Kitchen and Tap, Crozet Creamery, Bar Botanical, and Blue Ridge Bottle Shop.
Frequently asked questions
What period does The Crozet Library moves (September 28, 2013) cover?
This entry covers the 2004-present: Modern era period of Crozet, Virginia history. See the History page for the broader chronological frame, including Claudius Crozet, the Blue Ridge Tunnel, the orchard era, and the modern planned-community phase.
Where can I learn more about The Crozet Library moves (September 28, 2013)?
The Crozet Library local-history collection, Albemarle County records, and the Crozet Gazette archives are the best starting points for deeper research on Crozet history. The /history landing page links to additional entries organized by era.
Is this an authoritative history?
Claudius Crozet synthesizes from public sources rather than producing original archival research. For academic citation, work from the primary sources listed below the article. We aim for accurate dates and verifiable facts, but encourage readers to confirm against the original record.