Kenton County Public Library History
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The Kenton County Public Library system began in 1901 when Andrew Carnegie donated $40,000 to Covington to establish a public library. The Covington Library first opened in temporary quarters before a permanent location was selected on Scott Street. The Covington Public Library opened on March 16, 1904 in its first permanent building designed by the architectural firm of Boll & Taylor.
Kenton County Public Library History
- 1. Kenton County Public Library Preserving Yesterday Enriching Today Inspiring Tomorrow
- 2. 1900 Andrew Carnegie donates $40,000 to Covington for the establishment of a public library in the city.
- 3. Early Years 1901 Covington Library opens in temporary quarters at 7 th and Madison Property acquired on Scott Street at Robbins Architectural Firm of Boll & Taylor selected to design the first building
- 4. Covington Public Library – Opened on March 16, 1904
- 6. Our First Catalog 1901
- 13. Erlanger Library