Carnegie-Stout Public Library, Historic public library in downtown Dubuque, United States.
The Carnegie-Stout Public Library is a public library in downtown Dubuque housed in a stone building with classical architectural details. The building contains multiple reading rooms and an extensive book collection along with digital resources and specialized databases.
The library grew from the Young Men's Literary Association of 1859, whose book collection became its core. On January 12, 1901, Andrew Carnegie gave $71,500 for a building, and Frank D. Stout donated land worth $20,000 in memory of his father Henry L. Stout. The building was dedicated on October 17, 1902, and opened three days later; an east addition followed in 1981.
The library holds local collections that document the region's history and development, with archives offering insight into Dubuque's past. Visitors can browse historical documents and learn more about the city and its people.
The building is easily accessible and offers various services such as printing and wireless internet connection for visitors. Staff members can provide assistance with using the collections and digital resources.
The library offers specialized databases including AtoZ World Food with recipes and Ancestry.com for genealogical research. These resources allow visitors to explore family connections and discover international culinary knowledge.
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