This blog will briefly examine, through text and photographs, the architecture of the seven rural libraries in Cache County, Utah. I have grouped them into three design categories and upcoming posts will focus on these styles. I will visit all of the eight library buildings, take some pictures, ask some questions, and share my thoughts with you here in the coming weeks. I hope you find you time here informative and interesting. Feel free to comment!

Monday, November 16, 2009

Design Style: CARNEGIE

CARNEGIE = these buildings were constructed as new libraries with money provided by Andrew Carnegie in the first quarter of the twentieth century


Richmond
[Year completed: 1914, Staff consulted: Juliene]
Most favorite architectural aspect: many windows
Least favorite architectural aspect: exterior and interior stairs which are difficult for elderly and disabled

My observations: This library (possibly the first functional library building in the area) is a beautiful old building which has aged gracefully and still looks nice inside. Because of the lack of space, the library has expanded into the basement. A picture of Carnegie still hangs in the upper west side of the interior (see picture above).


Smithfield
[Year completed: 1921, Staff consulted: Marilyn]
Most favorite architectural aspect: Comfortable, homey, donated paintings
Least favorite architectural aspect: lack of space
My observations: Like Richmond (only a few miles away), this library hearkens back to days gone by while incorporating new technologies. I was told it was built in a 'prairie style' and that the building is on the National Historic Register.

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