The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) is a public library system serving Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with its main branch in the Oakland neighborhood and 19 other branches throughout the city. Founded in 1895 with funding from industrialist Andrew Carnegie, CLP's mission is to foster literacy, enable exploration, and create connections within the community. The library system contributes to educational attainment, economic development, and cultural enrichment by offering services such as learning programs for children and teens, job search assistance, and access to computers and the internet. CLP is committed to providing open and free access to information and resources, aiming to inspire lifelong learning and empower individuals. The library's core values include building community, prioritizing people, providing access, and enabling learning, with a foundational practice grounded in inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. CLP also maintains a special collection, the Pittsburgh Photographic Library, containing over 50,000 historical images of Pittsburgh.
