The Woodland Public Library is excited to reveal the winners of the 150th Anniversary Library Card Contest, organized to commemorate 150 years of dedicated library service to our community.
Following a thoughtful deliberation process, the Library Board of Trustees' panel of judges selected three outstanding designs—one winner per category for children, teens, and adults. These winning designs brilliantly capture the celebration of reading and the distinctive spirit of the Woodland Public Library.
The limited-edition library cards featuring these winning designs are set to officially launch this summer, coinciding with the Woodland Public Library's celebration of its 150th anniversary since its establishment on July 4, 1874.
In 1874, the women of Woodland took the initiative to form the Woodland Library Association. The association's constitution and by-laws articulated its objective: "to furnish books or other reading matter to its members and maintain a reading room in Woodland" (Woodland Library Association, 1880).
The Woodland Public Library expresses heartfelt gratitude to all who participated in the contest, showcasing the remarkable talent and creativity within the community.
The winning submissions can be seen online:
For further information about the contest, limited edition library cards, or the upcoming 150th celebration events, please contact Greta Galindo at library@cityofwoodland.org.
About the Woodland Public Library
Established in 1874 and initially housed in various locations, the Woodland Public Library found its permanent home on First Street in 1905. As one of the oldest Carnegie Libraries still operational, it opened its doors in 1905, a period during which Andrew Carnegie funded the construction of 1,681 public libraries in 1,412 communities between 1889 and 1923.
Today, the library stands as a crucial educational center in the city, offering support to parents of young children, assisting early readers, and providing a diverse array of resources to enrich the community's learning experiences. Catering to residents’ diverse needs, the library offers traditional books and a wide range of multimedia services. Beyond academia, it serves as a cultural and recreational hub, providing a mix of print and digital materials. Embracing modern learning trends, the library features a cutting-edge makerspace where patrons can engage in hands-on creativity, innovation, and collaborative projects. With a commitment to fostering civic engagement, the library actively collects resources representing various perspectives on crucial issues, encouraging informed and democratic community participation.