Historic photo postcard of a library in Alamosa, Colorado

Alamosa, CO

Alamosa, COVisit the Library and Archives In my nearly 15 years at Alamosa Public Library, I have uncovered much of its 125-year history. It evolved from a simple reading room above the “Railroad Street” firehouse into a cherished Carnegie Library at 4th and State. This story was submitted by a Carnegie Library fan. Got a…

Parents and kids outside a food truck

Charlotte, MI

Charlotte, MIVisit the Library and Archives Charlotte Community Library received its first building (then called Charlotte Public Library) from Andrew Carnegie in 1894. The library existed in that building very happily for many years, and patrons still come in and tell us of all the happy memories they have of that original building! We were…

Portrait of Andrew Carnegie in front of library stacks

Glen Ellyn, IL

Glen Ellyn, ILVisit the Library and Archives Community members of all ages participated in activities and enjoyed light refreshments in celebration the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence at the library on May 30, 2026. Attractions included a flight simulator challenge, hand-cut silhouette portraits, signing a replica Declaration of Independence, and…

Brick library with columns and stairs

La Porte, IN

La Porte, INVisit the Library and Archives This library has been an integral part of the community for over 100 years. We love our library and everything that it provides, from a maker’s space to books, music, films, learning opportunities, and workshops. This story was submitted by a Carnegie Library fan. Got a story? Share…