A. K. Smiley Public Library, Redlands
Facts and practical information
The A. K. Smiley Public Library is a public library located at 125 W. Vine St. in Redlands, California. Built in 1898, the library was donated to Redlands by philanthropist Albert K. Smiley. Architect T. R. Griffith designed the library in a style which has alternately been described as Mission Revival and Moorish Revival and includes a variety of elements from additional styles. The building has a tile roof and parapets topping arcades on its sides, which suggest a Mission Revival influence; however, the battlement and the curves in the parapet are Moorish Revival elements. In addition, elements of the arches in the arcade, the windows, and the roof ridge were borrowed from classical, Gothic, Spanish Romanesque, and Oriental themens. The library still serves as the Redlands public library. In addition, it houses a collection of materials on native tribes in California donated by Andrew Carnegie, as well as a collection of rare materials about Southern California and local history. ()
A. K. Smiley Public Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Kimberly Crest, Redlands Bowl, The Lincoln Memorial Shrine, University of Redlands.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to A. K. Smiley Public Library by public transport?
Train
- Downtown Redlands (9 min walk)
- Esri (21 min walk)