Marblehead MA, Public Library, 1960s

 

In 1954, the library moved to a new building at 235 Pleasant Street, funded by a $20,000 bequest from Gregory O. Lyon. This location served the community for several decades. In 2022, the library temporarily relocated to the site of the old Eveleth School on Brook Road to facilitate major renovations and upgrades.

Des Moines IA, City Library, 1960s

 

Beginnings: The Des Moines Public Library system traces its roots to 1866, when the Des Moines Library Association was formed. The goal was to establish a public library for the city's growing population.

First Library: The first library building, funded by local residents, opened in 1886. It was a modest facility, but as the city grew, so did the demand for library services.

Indiana University, Bloomington IN, Lilly Library, 1960s

 

The Lilly Library at Indiana University Bloomington is a renowned rare books and manuscript library with a rich history. It was established in 1960 following a generous gift from the Lilly Endowment, Inc., which was founded by Eli Lilly and his family, prominent figures in the pharmaceutical industry. The Lilly Library was named in honor of this endowment and its major benefactor.

The library's holdings include notable manuscripts, early printed books, and archives related to authors such as James Joyce, William Faulkner, and even modern pop culture, like the papers of science fiction writer Ray Bradbury. Its collections of rare books date back to the 15th century and include works from the Renaissance, Enlightenment, and early modern periods.

Vero Beach FL, Indian River County Library, 1960s

 

The Indian River County Library system, which includes the Vero Beach branch, began to develop in the mid-20th century. The library was originally a small, community-run resource. By the 1960s, it had grown significantly in terms of services and collections, serving both the local residents and seasonal visitors.

St. Petersburg FL, New Central Library, 1960s

 

In 1964, St. Petersburg, Florida, inaugurated its Central Library at 3745 9th Avenue North, situated along the shores of the 11-acre Lake Jorgensen. This modern facility was designed to replace the aging Mirror Lake Library, which had served the community since 1915. 

Orlando FL, Public Library, 1960s

 

In 1966, a new 60,000-square-foot library building was completed at 101 E. Central Blvd., designed in a contemporary, modernist style by architect John M. Johansen.

University of Colorado, Norlin Library, 1960s

 

The Norlin Library at the University of Colorado Boulder has a rich history that dates back to its construction in the 1930s. By the 1960s, it was the main library on campus and played a significant role in the academic and cultural life of the university.

Oak Park, Illinois, Public Library, 1960s

 

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New Castle, Pennsylvania, Public Library, 1960s

 

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