First library financed and built west of the Mississippi! Built from native limestone by Carnegie in 1901 with commemorative entrance plaque. Beautiful detailed architecture, wood and tile floor entry, stain glass and abundance of amazing wood work. Main floor with mirror floorplan; twin: side rooms, wooden staircases and coat closets. Two-story library stacks with decorative metal shelves and staircase and clear glass floor providing brightness and ambience. Rotunda with 360 degree view and thousands of signatures on wall by C of E graduates. Lots of office spaces on lower level. Handicap chair lift in the back of building.