Stone columns stand out front of a modern building.

Little Rock, AR

Little Rock, ARVisit the Library and Archives The Little Rock Public Library (built in 1910), a Carnegie Library, was demolished in 1964. In a fascinating story of chance and commitment to historic preservation, its original columns were preserved, and in 2009, they were installed in front of the “new” main library located a few blocks…

A red brick library with rectangular windows and a green lawn.

Elk City, OK

Elk City, OKVisit the Library and Archives We plan to use the generous $10,000 Carnegie Libraries grant to enhance the exterior of our library, creating a more welcoming and inviting environment for the community. Specifically, we intend to install a durable bench and/or a decorative planter, complemented by updated landscaping. These improvements will provide comfortable…

A room with two projector screens

Pendleton, IN

Pendleton, INVisit the Library and Archives One of the goals on the library’s strategic plan is to improve technology in public spaces.  One of the spaces that really needed an update was our primary meeting space for patrons. This area is used daily, and the AV setup was very outdated. The inputs in the wall…