Historical Marker
Carnegie Library Building
Historical marker location:
Cleburne, Texas
( 201 North Caddo Street, Cleburne)
Marker installed: 1981
A Cleburne Public Library was begun in 1901 under the direction of the local women's club. In 1902 members of the organization met with New York industrialist and benefactor Andrew S. Carnegie to secure funds for a building. His gift was matched by local contributions and this structure was completed in 1905. Featuring details of the beaux arts and classical revival styles and a second floor theater, it housed the library until 1978.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1981.
The state flower of Texas is the bluebonnet. The flower blooms in the spring and is a common sight along the highways and in fields throughout the state.