
A.K. Smiley Library & Lincoln Shrine
Redlands, CA
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.6(249 Google reviews)
A storybook 1898 Moorish-style library beside Smiley Park, with the only Lincoln/Civil War museum west of the Mississippi next door — free.
Good for
- Ages 3–5
- Ages 6–9
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125 W Vine St, Redlands, CA 92373, USA
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What visitors say
- Rocio Fuentes★★★★★
I really enjoyed my time at the A K Smiley Library. My 9 month old daughter was able to do some puzzles and enjoyed reading. A perfect place to visit on a saturday morning.
2 weeks ago
- Ty lee★★★★★
A medium sized library with an interesting red wall building structure. The Young Readers' section has some interesting glass window designs and has a small computer corner. There are many other book sections at different levels. There is also the Heritage Room/ Archive that provide many references for researchers.
a year ago
- Stephanie Holz★★★★★
This is the cutest little library, both inside and out. My favorite part is a charming corner inside with small tables, cozy lanterns, and large windows offering a lovely view. Above the windows, there's a stunning Jugendstil-colored glass window that adds so much character and warmth to the space. It's the perfect spot to relax with a book or just enjoy the ambiance. If you’re in Redlands, I highly recommend stopping by – it’s such a cozy and inviting place, full of charm and history!
a year ago
- Mike Cook★★★★★
We love the library. The building is beautiful and the staff is friendly and helpful - whether I'm there for myself or my kids. We always enjoy a trip to the library.
3 months ago
- Brad Shreve★★★★★
Wow. Just wow. As a writer I'm always on the lookout for new places away from home to work from. Typically, either libraries and independent coffee shops. I don't live in the Inland Empires but I travel there frequently any I've found my place. They A.K. Smiley Library is not only beautiful it's serene. The perfect environment to read and write. Every town should have a library like this.
2 years ago
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