Special Collections Library's 100th Anniversary Celebration: Special Collections Library's 100th Anniversary Celebration

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There has been a library at the corner of Edith Boulevard and Central (formerly Railroad) Avenue since 1901! 

The purpose-built library you see today was built in 1925. 

Come visit the library in March for our anniversary celebrations and find out more!

Also, don’t miss the upcoming exhibit at the Albuquerque Museum, 

Open to All: A Century of Access at the Special Collections Library

which opens on May 24!

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Some photos from our fun celebration on March 22!

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Photo by Sarah Kostelecky

Photo by Roland Penttila

Upcoming Events

Everything old is new at Special Collections in March!

Visit us for one of our upcoming events!

423 Central NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102

 

 

 

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Watch for our upcoming print workshops!

special recollections

The world premiere of a new documentary chronicling the history of Albuquerque’s first public library. This film brings the century-old landmark to life through the memories of former staff and patrons. Produced by Tony Della Flora for GOV-TV, the documentary captures the spirit of a library that has served generations of Albuquerque residents.

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A video we made for our 96th birthday!

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Joshua Raynolds

Perkins Hall (library building 1901-24)

Deed of Gift

Sanborn map 1924

Opening Day

1947 bookmobile garage addition

Children's room addition

Young adult corner circa 1948

1951 exterior

1951 Postcard

Reference desk

Exterior 1964

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Some recommended local history reads