Lincoln Heights Branch, Carnegie library in Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, United States.
Description
Lincoln Heights Branch is a library featuring a distinctive quarter-circle design that blends Renaissance Revival and Colonial architectural elements. The building at Workman Street includes an outdoor reading garden and underwent major expansion and renovation work in 1996.
History
The building was constructed in 1916 with funding from Andrew Carnegie and initially operated as the Northeast Branch Library. The name changed to Lincoln Heights Branch in 1919 as the neighborhood grew and evolved.
Culture
The community chose the name Biblioteca del Pueblo de Lincoln Heights in 1975 to honor the local Latino population and their connection to the library. This bilingual designation remains a symbol of how the building serves as a gathering place for the neighborhood.
Practical
The library offers computer workstations, a meeting auditorium with about 340 seats, and modern facilities for visitors of all ages. The reading and learning areas are accessible and well-organized throughout the building.
Did you know?
A bas relief portrait of Abraham Lincoln created by artist Mrs. William Wendt was installed in 1922 and remains part of the building's heritage. This sculptural element connects the nation's history with the local neighborhood's identity.
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