Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley

The Berkeley Public Library is the public library system for Berkeley. It consists of the Central Branch, the North Branch, Claremont Branch, South Branch, and West Branch.

Berkeley Public Library opened in 1893 on Shattuck Avenue with 264 books. In 1905, the library moved to a new brick building on Shattuck Avenue at 2090 Kittredge Street. The new library was funded by Andrew Carnegie and built on land donated by Rosa M. Shattuck, the widow of Francis K. Shattuck. Immediately following the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and the resulting population surge from across the Bay, the library opened four other branches around Berkeley.

In 1930, the library was demolished and a new design from architect James W. Plachek was approved. Construction of the new building began in 1931. The new central library opened in 1934, where it remains.

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Sight Name: Berkeley Public Library
Sight Location: Berkeley, USA (See walking tours in Berkeley)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Berkeley's Historic Landmarks Walking Tour

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Berkeley's Historic Landmarks Walking Tour

Berkeley, California, boasts a fair amount of landmarks distinguished for their historical value and representative of the city鈥檚 architectural beauty.

One such gem is the Thorsen House, an iconic residence designed by the renowned architectural firm Greene and Green, showcasing the American Craftsman style.

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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.5 Km or 2.8 Miles

University of California in Berkeley Walking Tour

The University of California, Berkeley, often referred to as UC Berkeley or simply Berkeley, is a part of the larger University of California system, known for its distinguished academics and vibrant campus life. The UC Berkeley campus is the core of Berkeley's attractions. Its design resulted from an 1898 architectural competition, with each building having its own story to tell.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles

Berkeley Introduction Walking Tour

The Ohlone people were the original inhabitants of the area that is now known as Berkeley, California. Many of them were casualties of the presence of the first settlers of European descent who arrived with the De Anza Expedition of 1776.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles

Telegraph Avenue Shopping

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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.6 Km or 0.4 Miles

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