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Carnegie Libraries of California
URL: http://www.carnegie-libraries.org/

Description:
This wonderful site showcases the 144 California libraries constructed between 1902 and 1921 as a result of the philanthropy of Andrew Carnegie. Listings are arranged by city, region, architectural style, and name of architect. A great resource for advocates of the preservation of historic buildings, day travelers planning trips, and students of California history.

Library of Congress Subject Headings:
Carnegie libraries
Libraries -- California -- History
Library buildings

LII Database Information:
Record 5700 created by Scott Rosen on 11/29/1999
Last modification on 04/19/2008
Published: 11/29/1999  
Funding agency: California State Library
LII Item ID: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/5700