Myspace Layout Stealer Pimp MyspaceSome of my ART WORKHONORING A CARNEGIE Andrew Carnegie funded the construction of the Belleville Public Library & Information Center in 1911, one of 1,681 Carnegie Libraries across America.The Carnegie Room, dating from 1911, and the Stacks Area, built in 1929 were in need of much plaster repair and the restoration of their original decorative elements. Dropped ceilings, air conditioning ducts and flourescent lighting from the early 1970's, had masked the full extent of water damage to ceilings and upper walls in both spaces.Once repairs were made and systems were upgraded, the installation of architectural elements - columns, pilasters, arches and a grand pediment, to remind us of Belleville's original Carnegie Library exterior - gave a classical foundation to the new design. With faux block on the walls of the Carnegie Room and faux marble finishes applied, the results set a glorious new standard for public library designs in the 1990's.Contemporary lighting, a state-of-the-art library automation system, custom furnishings and carpeting as well as the dramatic tale of a young man's search for wisdom - contained in the ceiling art in the Carnegie Room - combine in a timeless new public space for Belleville.The Library has honored the original gift of Andrew Carnegie. This transformation of the Carnegie Library interior also honors the gift of Miss Helen Van Brunt of Belleville, whose bequest to the Library funded most of these renovations. The interior designs of James J. Cozzarelli, Jr., (Seen left)Library Board Trustee, can be seen throughout the Library. His redesign of the Carnegie Room is his greatest gift to our Library and to Belleville, New Jersey.WORLD MAP
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