RAWLINGS LIBRARY (MAIN)
PUEBLO CITY-COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
The Rawlings Main Library of Pueblo City-County Library District offers a five-story facility designed to capture stunning views of the Arkansas Valley and nearby mountains. A south-facing courtyard greets visitors, featuring fruit trees and a reflective pool that honor Pueblo’s agricultural roots. With renovated interiors, expanded community spaces, and cutting-edge technology, this library fosters a flexible, multi-generational environment for learning, creativity, and gathering.
The airy atrium of Rawlings Library in Pueblo, CO, features floor-to-ceiling windows, polished concrete floors, and modern study spaces. Natural light floods the open-concept design, creating a welcoming and functional environment for reading, studying, and community engagement.
A serene study space at Rawlings Library in Pueblo, CO, designed with floor-to-ceiling windows for natural light. The contemporary design fosters focus and creativity, offering a peaceful retreat for research and reading.
A fully equipped prep space supporting library events, featuring commercial appliances, ample counter space, and efficient design.
The airy atrium of Rawlings Library in Pueblo, CO, features floor-to-ceiling windows, polished concrete floors, and modern study spaces. Natural light floods the open-concept design, creating a welcoming and functional environment for reading, studying, and community engagement.
About
- FIVE-STORY DESIGN
Maximizes views of the Arkansas Valley, Pikes Peak, and surrounding mountain ranges.
COURTYARD ENTRY
South-facing courtyard with fruit trees and a reflective pool symbolizing Pueblo’s agrarian heritage.
EXPANDED PARKING
Extension of parking lot and addition of 18 new spaces, plus an outdoor event space with an amphitheater.
LEVEL 1 ENHANCEMENTS
Includes a public discovery area, expanded Café, Makerspace, Rotating Exhibit space, and multiple meeting rooms.
FAMILY LIBRARY ON LEVEL 2
Combines the Children’s Library with adult fiction, nonfiction, Teen Library, and Hispanic Resource Center for multi-generational learning.
TECHNOLOGY CORE
State-of-the-art multimedia resources on Levels 2 and 3, plus expanded Archives and Genealogy Collections on Level 3.
EVENT SPACE
Level 4 features a multipurpose event space for 220 guests with panoramic views of the city.