Carnegie-Stout Public Library
🏢 Carnegie-Stout Public Library · Dubuque, Iowa
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
A Beaux-Arts landmark on Dubuque's historic bluffs, Carnegie-Stout Public Library has served the city since 1902 — its Roman Corinthian portico modeled after the Pantheon, its mission unchanged: connecting every resident with knowledge, creativity, and community.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM – 7 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 360 W 11th Street, DUBUQUE, IA 52001
Phone: +1-563-589-4225
Website: carnegiestout.org
Plus Code: 86JFG83J+42 (DUBUQUE, IA)
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📖 About Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Carnegie-Stout's roots reach back to 1859, when the Young Men's Literary Association began lending books to Dubuque residents. The modern library took shape in January 1901, when Andrew Carnegie pledged $71,500 for a new building and local businessman Frank D. Stout donated the property in memory of his father Henry L. Stout. Designed by Chicago architects W. G. Williamson and John Spencer in the Beaux-Arts tradition, the building was dedicated on October 17, 1902 — constructed of Bedford stone and brick, with a grand Roman Corinthian portico that has made it one of the finest Classical buildings in Iowa. An east-wing addition followed in 1981, and the library was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Today it holds more than 240,000 items and operates a cutting-edge makerspace alongside its historic reading rooms.
⭐ What makes this library special
- National Register of Historic Places (1975) — Beaux-Arts landmark with Pantheon-inspired portico
- Makerspace with seven 3D printers, laser engravers, vinyl cutter, sublimation printer & full Adobe Creative Cloud
- Encyclopedia Dubuque: the most comprehensive online resource to Dubuque's history and culture
- Genealogy collection with Ancestry.com in-library access, Heritage Quest, and Telegraph Herald digital archives
- Libby, Kanopy, Hoopla, Freegal Music, and Flipster digital magazines — all free with a library card
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Carnegie-Stout cardholders enjoy a full suite of free digital resources:
📚 Services
- Public computers & Wi-Fi
- Printing, copying & faxing
- Makerspace (3D printing, laser engraving, vinyl cutting)
- Meeting rooms & space rental
- Curbside pickup
- Interlibrary loan (ILL)
- Genealogy research collection
- Local history & digital archives
- Reader recommendation service
🎸 Programs
- Summer Reading Program (all ages, via Beanstack)
- Monthly reading challenges
- Reader of the Month spotlights
- Art @ your library exhibitions
- Music @ your library events
📍 Nearby Libraries in Eastern Iowa
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What can I make in the Carnegie-Stout makerspace, and do I need to reserve equipment in advance?
The makerspace offers seven 3D printers (PLA and UV resin), a 60W CO2 laser and fiber laser engraver, vinyl printer/cutter, sublimation printer, Cricut Maker 3, and the full Adobe Creative Cloud suite. Most projects require an orientation session for equipment such as lasers. Visit carnegiestout.org or call 563-589-4225 to check availability and reserve time.
Is Carnegie-Stout Public Library a historic building, and can I tour it?
Yes — the 1902 Beaux-Arts building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered one of Iowa's finest examples of the Classical architectural tradition. The library is freely open to the public during regular hours; guided tours are not currently offered, but staff are happy to share the building's history.
Can I access local Dubuque history and genealogy records at the library?
Absolutely. Carnegie-Stout maintains the Encyclopedia Dubuque, a searchable Telegraph Herald digital archive of over 60,000 newspaper issues, and City of Dubuque Digital Archives in partnership with the State Historical Society of Iowa. In-library Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest access round out the genealogy collection.
Does Carnegie-Stout offer passport acceptance services?
For current passport service availability, contact the library directly at (563) 589-4225 or email CSPL@carnegiestout.org, as appointment availability and hours may vary seasonally.
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📅 This library has meeting & community rooms. See how library meeting rooms work — booking, policies and fees — and find other libraries with meeting or community rooms meeting rooms by state.
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