They provide resources about topics regarding culture, education, and information needed for all children, teens, adults, seniors, families, and all organization in their city.

[2] In 1902 Andrew Carnegie donated $60,000 for a new granite building with the understanding that the city would fund staff, books, and materials.

The vestibule was modeled after the Greek design with columns 18 feet high and 25 inches in circumference.

[4] The Colonial Revival library building was constructed in 1902 by Coombs & Gibbs.

[6] The building was significantly renovated in 1996, including moving the main entrance one block to the west.