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Archive for February, 2010
Old Carnegie Library in Port Angeles, Washington
Sunday, February 28th, 2010Free to All: Carnegie Libraries & American Culture, 1890-1920
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
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Familiar landmarks in hundreds of American towns, Carnegie libraries today seem far from controversial. However, Abigail A. Van Slyck shows that the classical facades and symmetrical plans of these buildings often mask a complex and contentious history. “This well-written and extensively researched work is a welcome addition to the history of architecture, librarianship, and philanthropy”.–Joanne Passet, JOURNAL OF AMERICAN HISTORY. 79 photos…. More >>
Free to All: Carnegie Libraries & American Culture, 1890-1920
Who Was The Architect Of The Carnegie Library At The University Of Pittsburgh?
Friday, February 19th, 2010Free to All: Carnegie Libraries & American Culture, 1890-1920
Monday, February 15th, 2010
Product Description
Familiar landmarks in hundreds of American towns, Carnegie libraries today seem far from controversial. However, Abigail A. Van Slyck shows that the classical facades and symmetrical plans of these buildings often mask a complex and contentious history. “This well-written and extensively researched work is a welcome addition to the history of architecture, librarianship, and philanthropy”.–Joanne Passet, JOURNAL OF AMERICAN HISTORY. 79 photos…. More >>
Free to All: Carnegie Libraries & American Culture, 1890-1920
Salsa Dancing at East San Jose Carnegie Library
Thursday, February 11th, 2010
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Carnegie Library (Syracuse, NY)
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
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