Andrew Carnegie Library (Edmonds, Washington) facts for kids
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Andrew Carnegie Library
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The building's present incarnation as
the Edmonds Historical Museum |
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 Location in Washington (state)
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| Location | 118 5th Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington |
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| Area | Less than one acre |
| Built | 1910 |
| Architect | Ward, H.B. |
| Architectural style | Edwardian, Beaux Arts |
| MPS | Carnegie Libraries of Washington TR (AD) |
| NRHP reference No. | 73001887 |
| Added to NRHP | April 24, 1973 |
The Andrew Carnegie Library is a historic building in Edmonds, Washington. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is an important building recognized for its history.
The building was finished in 1910. It was built thanks to a $5,000 gift from a famous rich person named Andrew Carnegie. He gave money to build libraries all over the country.
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A Special Building in Edmonds
The Andrew Carnegie Library building has a unique history. It has served many purposes over the years. Today, it is home to the Edmonds Historical Museum.
Who Was Andrew Carnegie?
Andrew Carnegie was a very successful businessman. He made a lot of money in the steel industry. He believed in giving back to communities. He spent much of his later life giving away his wealth. He helped build over 2,500 libraries around the world. These libraries were often called "Carnegie Libraries." They helped many people learn and grow.
Designed with Style
The library building was designed in a style called Beaux-Arts. This was a popular architectural style at the time. It often featured grand and formal designs. The Edmonds library has special details. These include a beautiful Tiffany glass fan-shaped window above the main door. It also has fancy terra cotta around its windows and doors. Terra cotta is a type of baked clay used for decoration.
A Building with Many Lives
The city of Edmonds first started its library in 1901. It moved into this new building on February 17, 1911. At first, the library was on the top floor. The bottom floor was used as the Edmonds City Hall. Later, the building became the main office for the city's parks and recreation department. In 1973, the building found its current purpose. It became the Edmonds Historical Museum. This museum helps people learn about the history of Edmonds.
