Braddock Carnegie Library

We believe empowering creative minds is a catalyst for positive change.

Carnegie One is surrounded by a community of passionate and creative people. Discover how our library, through empowering creative minds, is a driving force in making positive changes happen.

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Please be aware of continuing construction in limited areas near and in the building.

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Please be aware of continuing construction in limited areas near and in the building.

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Did you know...

You can be a part of Carnegie One!

With your gift of $500 to Carnegie One, a commemorative plaque dedicated to you or a loved one will be placed on one of the nearly 500 new chairs that have been installed in our renovated music hall--The Stage at Carnegie One.

You can secure your part in the history of our beautiful auditorium and building and help secure the future of Carnegie One.

To reserve a commemorative plaque, please fill out this form.

...and so much more!

Going beyond books, Carnegie One provides a wealth of resources that help you create your own journey. Some of our popular services include:

Computers & Wifi

Printing & Faxing

Alternative Lending

STEAM Programs

What’s Happening?

Launch Party!

Thursday, September 25 6pm-9pm

Our fundraiser and book launch party celebrating the release of Braddock Carnegie Free Library: The Story of the First Carnegie Library in the United States by Robert Ketcham. Live music, drinks, and light food will be provided. Tickets are $20/person and can be purchased HERE.

Thank you to our sponsors: Epic Metals, Brew Gentlemen, and Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory.

Love Your Library Fun Fest

Saturday September 27 12pm-4pm

Fun for all ages at our Fun Fest: tasty food, great tunes, a library scavenger hunt, and an obstacle course for extra fun. Don’t miss this action-packed ending to an amazing month.

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We are now collecting a $50 refundable deposit on table and chairs reservations. The deposit is collected prior to check out and refunded after all items are returned undamaged and checked in by staff.

What’s Your Story?

Step into Carnegie One and embark on a journey of discovery and self-expression. Beyond the rows of books are plenty of other resources waiting to be explored. From digital archives and multimedia collections to cutting-edge technologies and expert guidance, we offer a world of possibilities to fuel your imagination and broaden your horizons. Don't limit yourself to reading someone else's story; come and write your own.

CARNEGIE ONE IN 2023...

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Explore Our Library

We are excited that our building construction is wrapping up and we can bring you new and enhanced areas and features. Whether you're seeking a quiet corner to dive into a novel or a dynamic environment to connect with fellow learners, our expanded library will offer a diverse array of options to cater to your needs.

419 Library Street

Our historic building reopens for library services on Monday, June 2 after our Grand Reopening on May 22nd. Come and explore new and familiar spaces!

Computers, copies, faxes, and collections for adults and youth of all ages are all available here.

Adult Collection

Computers, copies, fax service, and our adult collection of DVDs, fiction, and nonfiction is located the first floor (pictured here).

Turtle Creek Satellite

Within the Human Services Center Mon Valley is our Turtle Creek Satellite Location! We offer an additional 1,500 books, including our Large Print and audiobook collection and 1,700 DVDs for circulation. We also have three computers for public use and offer public WiFi, printing, and copying. Unfortunately, we do not offer faxing services at this location.