Colusa in Colusa County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Carnegie Library
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, February 28, 2009
1. Colusa Carnegie Library Marker
Colusa Heritage Marker 9
Dedicated October 6, 1981
Erected 1981. (Marker Number 9.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Carnegie Libraries series list. A significant historical date for this entry is October 6, 1895.
Location. 39° 12.816′ N, 122° 0.586′ W. Marker is in Colusa, California, in Colusa County. Marker is at the intersection of 6th Street and Jay Street, on the right when traveling south on 6th Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 260 Sixth Street, Colusa CA 95932, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Will Semple Green House (within shouting distance of this marker); Colusa County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Judge H. M. Albery House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); I.O.O.F. Building (about 600 feet away); Adelade M. Ryerson House--1906 (about 800 feet away); Old Chinatown District--Circa 1890
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Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, February 28, 2009
2. Colusa Carnegie Library (Constructed 1906)
Designed by Stone and Smith in Classical Revival Style, and constructed by Miller and Blean of Colusa in 1906 of locally-quarried sandstone. Served as a library until 1964. Designated a Colusa Historic Landmark in 1981 by local ordinance.
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, February 28, 2009
3. Carnegie Library Dedication Stone
In 1905 the city received a Carnegie grant of $10,000 for the construction of the library. Total cost was $13,158, with the Colusa Women's Club raising the difference.
Those familiar with Roman numerals will note the difference in construction dates between the historical marker and the dedication stone.
The odd looking orange material visible in the picture is a lichen of sorts.
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, February 28, 2009
4. Once a Library, Now the Police Department
Since 1964 the building has housed the Colusa Police Department.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 14, 2020. It was originally submitted on March 6, 2009, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 1,134 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 6, 2009, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
