Articles written by Linda L. Davis

Linda L. Davis, Deschutes Public Library Zone 2 Board Member|Updated Oct 6, 2020

Scottish-born businessman and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie made his fortune in steel, but used his wealth to build libraries. Beginning in 1880, he gave away $60 million to build 1,689 libraries across the United States. Many still exist as libraries, and others as community centers, museums, art galleries or other uses. In 1889, he said, “In bestowing charity, the main consideration should be to help those who help themselves.” As a poor, uneducated young man who wanted to improve his lot in life, Carnegie sought adm... Full story