Our cities are full of large libraries that are amazing and free, but here we have chosen to share the little tiny libraries that are springing up everywhere. These libraries can be created by anyone, anywhere and each one has a story
to tell about the love of books, the love of sharing, and a sense of community.
Hundreds of little libraries have been created but not all of them have been photographed and shared. That’s why we set out
to find as many little libraries as we could. We love how they add uniqueness to the areas of the cities and suburbs where they are found. We really enjoy the creativity that has gone into making these libraries and have included what we feel are the most creative from around the world.
We hope you enjoy this list of the
most creative little libraries from around the world.
We would love to add more. Did we miss any from your neighborhood? Feel free to submit pictures at our Facebook or Twitter feeds to be added here or let us know in the comments below.
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Tree stump library |
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Tardis in Kenmore Washington, USA. Jennifer Brozek
Wizard of Oz Tornado library Pomeroy Street MASSACHUSETTS, USA
Space age library |
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Winchester, Texas USA. 'We decided to build a library that reflected our small community.
A chicken coop theme fit us perfectly!' - Margaret Atkins. |
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Created by Stereotank, a public installation project providing New Yorkers
with a spontaneous opportunity to read a book.
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Public Bookshelf created in a bus stop in the city of Porto Alegre, Brazil
Book house in Maleny, Queensland, Australia. |
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Houston, Texas USA. A boat-shaped Library at the church for Clear Lake Community.
Diane Jones.
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If after seeing these cute and worthwhile structures you may feel inspired to build your own out of an old cupboard or some other creative design in your head. There are people who can help you with the considerations that you may yet have not thought apart like "how do I keep my little library protected from the rain? " or "how wide should the shelves be to house most books?"
This book is produced in cooperation with Little Free Library, and is a builder's complete source of inspiration and how-to knowledge. Illustrated throughout with colorful step-by-step photography and a gallery of tiny structures for further inspiration, Little Free Libraries and Tiny Sheds covers every step: planning and design, tools and building techniques, best materials, and 12 complete plans for structures of varying size and aesthetics. In addition, author and professional carpenter Phil Schmidt includes information on proper installation of small structures and common repairs and maintenance for down the road. You can check it out or purchase it here.
If you liked this article you may also like History of the Little Free Library which includes the benefits of running a little library.
These ideas are so creative... if the snow and ice doesn't stop here soon... I suggest we make a small igloo with books inside :) Actually all jokes aside, I think this is a really amazing idea and I hope it takes off everywhere xox
ReplyDeleteGreat photos, great cause - shared it
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