Carnegie Library (Prescott, Arizona)

The Carnegie Library in Prescott, Arizona, is a historic landmark that opened in 1903 as the first public library in the area, funded by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie and the dedicated efforts of the Monday Literary Society. Originally established to provide free access to books for the community, the library's collection was built after a devastating fire in 1900 destroyed its initial holdings. The library served the community until 1974, when a new Prescott Public Library was constructed nearby. Today, the Carnegie Library is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places, making it a significant site for both tourists and researchers interested in the history of public libraries and community development.