![]() ![]() ![]() I photographed this one in Eureka, California. In bestowing charity the main consideration should be to help those who help themselves,” he wrote. Philanthropist Andrew Carnegie gave away 90% of his wealth.”The man who dies rich dies in disgrace,” Carnegie said. Carnegie understood that access to information improves a person’s ability to better oneself. He proclaimed “Free Public Library” on the front of this building to show that all could make use of the facility. Born poor, Carnegie was denied use of a public library because he couldn’t afford the $2.00 library card. The town had to come up with money for books, salaries, and maintenance. This library built in 1904 with money donated by Andrew Carnegie is one of over 1600 library buildings constructed in the United States between 1886-1919. The Free Public Library building is filled with such classic details. Bridge over the Petaluma Riverĭecaying pier no longer supports train tracks. Today, it serves as a focal point for the town’s center. The Petaluma River provided easy access to transport goods to the coast. Close to the coast of Point Reyes, 30 minutes outside of the Bay Area, and near Napa and there is plenty to photograph is this town. Today, it can serve as a jumping off spot in Sonoma County. Located on the Petaluma River and close to the Bay area, Petaluma provided locally grown food to San Francisco and Oakland starting during the Gold Rush. The day we visited the weather did not disappoint.įounded in 1858 Petaluma makes an effort to maintain a mid-19th century charm. ![]() Petaluma is located south west of Sacramento, and less than 2 hours away. Camera Totin’ Tuesday folks are looking to get out of the Sacramento heat. ![]()
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