In 1901, a group of citizens from Bellefontaine was inspired to start a library. With the formation of a Board of Managers and a letter from steel magnate Andrew Carnegie promising to fund the construction and furnishing of a library building, the Bellefontaine Free Public Library was born.
125 years later, the Bellefontaine Free Public Library continues to be a pillar of Bellefontaine, adapting to patrons’ changing needs ever since.
The Knowlton Branch of the library hosted a celebration of service to the community on Wednesday morning.
A special part of the celebration was the burial of a time capsule near the flagpole, which will be opened in 25 years.
Other activities of the day included a special birthday party story hour for kids, family photos with Pete the Cat, crafts for kids, giveaways, light refreshments, library cards with the anniversary design, and a special display of the library’s long history in Logan County.
Library Executive Director Beverly Arlequeeuw said that the library is focused on serving the community and has adapted its offerings over the years to meet changing needs:
For more information about the Bellefontaine Free Public Library, visit their website here.
