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Live Oak Public Libraries

Historic Carnegie Library

Renovation and Historic Preservation
Project Summary Current Status – August 2025
  • Essential repairs and restoration for this historic structure were originally scheduled to begin in Fall 2024.
  • Water intrusion from Tropical Storm Debby required LOPL to temporarily close the Carnegie Library in August 2024 while damage, costs, and repair needs were assessed.
  • Site material was tested in November 2024.
  • Demolition began in June 2025.
  • See final design concept from GM Shay below.
Original 1914 Carnegie Plan
Carnegie Library as constructed in 1914

 

   

Carnegie lab testing

November 2024: Site material testing

Carnegie material testing

November 2024: Site material testing

Carnegie demolition begins

June 2025: Demolition begins