The Crested Butte Library is a free and open public space, where you can access resources, engage with others, or simply spend time in this beautiful, historic schoolhouse.

The Old Rock was a two-story, two-room schoolhouse, built in 1883 of sandstone quarried at the west end of Elk Avenue for a cost of $6,000.

Among the oldest buildings in the town of Crested Butte, the Old Rock was the third school built in the newly incorporated town. From 1883 to 1927 Old Rock operated as a school and between 1927 and 1967 it became a storage spot for the town and occasionally a gymnasium.

Then between 1967 and 1985 the Crested Butte Society attempted to use Old Rock as a museum, but they found the remodeling expenses and upkeep too costly. Afterwards Old Rock fell into disrepair. The idea of restoring the building was born in 1989, and it took until 1993 before Old Rock was finally renovated.

The beautiful Old Rock Community Library, a branch of the Gunnison County Library District, was open for business on June 22, 1993. Governor Roy Romer on September 21, 1993, dedicated the Old Rock Community Library, 110 years after the Old Rock was built.

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Quaint little building nestled in the community of Crested Butte. Has an accommodating staff and does well with the resources they have. Some days the outside doubles as an area for a public market.
visage03, 2 years ago
This is a fantastic small library. Well organized with a great selection for it’s size. Everyone is super friendly and helpful. It’s a great place to get work done when you aren’t adventuring around the mountains.
Meghan N., 2 years ago
One of the best small town libraries ever! Great and well curated selection of books, movies and audio books. Plenty of activities for the kiddos, computers and a very relaxing environment to spend some beautiful time in the world of imagination.
Nikolaus W., 2 years ago
A great little library. A lot of activities for kids and a great room upstairs for adults. They are very friendly and allow you to check out books even if you are from out of town. A definite spot to stop and see while visiting.
David W., 5 years ago

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