Joshua Pikka

Minot Public Library has announced Joshua Pikka as its new director, effective immediately. Pikka had previously served as the Technology and Circulation librarian since March of 2016 and had been the interim director since July of 2025.

Pikka holds a Master’s degree in library science from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. He previously has served as the director of the John E. Biersdorf Library at the Ecumenical Theological Seminary, also located in Detroit.

“Josh has a history of working hard for the local community in every position he has served in. I am confident that the library is in good hands and is heading in a positive direction,” Minot Public Library Board President Christine Cherry said in the announcement.

“I am very happy to have served the Minot community for nearly 10 years and have enjoyed teaching and assisting community members,” Pikka said. “I hope that as director I can help our excellent staff continue the work that we have done in the past and keep making Minot a special place to live.”

The Minot Public Library ranks third in the state of North Dakota by collection size. The library offers a wide variety of items for its patrons, including video games, board games, tools, ebooks, Tonie Boxes, Education Kits and Adventure Packs. It also offers a variety of children programs, afterschool programs for teens, technology help and a wide array of different programs for adults.