AROUND DENVER
Denver's Carnegie Libraries
By Natalie Hustead
While Denver is known for its litany of year-round activities, after a weekend of bitter wind chills and snow drifts, it’s always nice to have a few indoor destinations to fall back on.
With the Denver Central Library renovations complete, it can be enticing to head downtown and see the finished results. However, central Denver is, as always, ensconced in many constructions, making navigating equally frustrating and challenging. Luckily, suppose you’re in the Denver area. In that case, several beautifully constructed, well-appointed and helpfully staffed Denver branches are as captivating as the books they house. Additionally, these local branches host events and offer children programming and other free resources to enrich lives.
The Denver Carnegie Libraries have had a lasting impact on the community and access to educational resources. While many libraries have been repurposed, the remaining facilities have been tastefully expanded and updated while maintaining their initial charm. If these locations are ever on your way to or from something, take a few moments to stop by and appreciate the architecture, get some information from the wonderful librarians and step back in time when life moved slower.


Decker Branch | 1501 S Logan Street 80210



John “Thunderbird Man” Emhoolah, Jr Branch | 675 Sante Fe Drive 80204



Woodbury Branch | 3265 Federal Boulevard 80211


