Oakland Public Library, öffentliche Bibliothek in den Vereinigten Staaten
Oakland Public Library is a public library in Oakland, Maine, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building was constructed from 1913 to 1915 and originally held about 4,000 books, though the collection has grown to over 16,000 titles today.
The library began in 1891 as a private effort and was first housed in Memorial Hall. In 1913, Andrew Carnegie funded a new building on land donated by Alice Benjamin, which was completed in 1915 and became part of the nationwide Carnegie library movement.
The library's name reflects its role as a public gathering place for the community. Today, people come here not just for books but to participate in programs, meet others, and connect with shared learning spaces.
The library is located downtown on Church Street and offers free interlibrary loan service as well as home delivery for those unable to visit in person. Free internet access, wireless internet, a color photocopier, and over 2,500 downloadable e-books and audiobooks are available with a library card.
The library was established in 1891, but Carnegie initially refused to fund it, thinking existing space was adequate. Only after two years of persistence did he agree, on the condition that the town promise to maintain the building, showing how determination led to success.
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