Lake County Public Library is North America's highest-elevation public library, located at more than 10,000 feet above sea level within Leadville's historic downtown district. The library, which dates back to the late 19th century, was originally funded by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation and was incorporated as a county library in 1947. Since 1971, it has been housed at a site at 12th Street and Harrison Avenue, offering more than 700 square feet of library space and a public meeting room. Collections include the Colorado Mountain History Collection, which documents the mining history and genealogy of the famed Colorado boomtown. Public computer stations are also available for use, with special event programming offered throughout the year, including children's programming and an annual spring used book sale.

1115 Harrison Ave, Leadville, Colorado 80461, Phone: 719-486-0569

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