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719-846-6841 | 202 N. Animas St. Trinidad, CO 81082 | trinidadpubliclibrary@gmail.com

Welcome to Trinidad Carnegie Public Library!

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Library Quick Links

See some of our most frequently requested resources below!

AspenCat

  • Check out or reserve books from our network of public libraries
  • Browse various resources available for checkout
  • Explore other resources available to you that you might not know about!

Libby App with Overdrive

  • Hundreds of your favorite eBooks, magazines, and audio books available.
  • Able to be accessed from your favorite devices.

Kanopy

  • Enjoy this streaming video database that contains documentaries, classic and indie cinema, and award-winning films and shorts.
  • Brought to you courtesy of the Friends of Trinidad Carnegie Public Library.

Events and Programs

  • Learn about special events and programs
  • Get details about special Library programming
  • Learn about upcoming ways to connect

Support and Donate

  • Learn more about the Friends of The Library at Books & More
  • Learn how to contribute to the library's revenue by supporting Books & More, the library's used bookstore
  • Be an active advocate for the public library system

Library News

LATEST NEWS

Main Street LIVE Experience Pass

Main Street LIVE Experience a theatre production at Main Street...
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Delay Opening

The library will be open late on Friday, March 15,...
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It’s Tax Season!

It's Tax Season! It’s tax season!  The library is often...
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Main Street LIVE Experience Pass

Main Street LIVE Experience a theatre production at Main Street...
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Email Reminders are Down!

Email Notifications are Down! We have been notified that our...
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Closed for MLK Jr. Day

The Library will be Closed on Monday! The library will...
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The 2023 Year in Review

Our 2023 year was amazing! We appreciate all of our...
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-Library Closed –

As the snow and wind continue, we decided to keep...
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Late Start

Due to inclement weather, the Trinidad Carnegie Public Library will...
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There is “So Much Snow” at Central Park! StoryWalk®

Enjoy the "snow" at Central Park and read our featured...
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Closed for New Years Day

The Library will be Closed for New Years! We will...
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We are hiring!!

Trinidad Carnegie Public Library is hiring! Don't miss your chance to...
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Library closed for the holidays

The Library will be closed:Saturday, December 23rdMonday, December 25thTuesday, December...
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Closed Early for Snow!

The Library is closing early! Due to the snow storm...
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Library Closed Due to Weather 12/14/2023

Closed due to weather The Library is closed today (12/14/2023)...
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Experience Pass – Main Street LIVE

Main Street LIVE Experience a theatre production at Main Street...
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2023 Home Lighting Trolley Tour Schedule

2023 Home Lighting Trolley Tour Schedule December 6th through December 17thWednesday...
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UPDATE – ELEVATOR IS RUNNING – Elevator is Out of Commission

UPDATE -THE ELEVATOR IS WORKING! Our Elevator is out of...
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Cancelled – Library Board Meeting

The Regular Meeting of the Library Advisory Board of the...
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City of Trinidad – Home Lighting Contest

City of TrinidadHome Lighting Contest Join your family and friends for...
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Check out our Library News page to learn about upcoming library happenings and news!

Read All About It! Get a Library Card!

How Do I Get a Library Card?

1. Show your government-issued ID

If you have questions about whether your ID is acceptable, please contact us.

2. Show proof of your current address (if not listed on ID)
  • Voter registration  
  • Car registration  
  • Utility bill, phone bill, rent, or mortgage receipt  
  • Mail addressed to patron at current address  
  • Printed checks with current address  
  • Any other legitimate legal document showing name and address   
3. Bring your parent or guardian with you (for minors under age 18 only)
  • For minors (under age 18), the parent or guardian must complete and sign an application form on behalf of the minor. The parent/guardian AND the minor must be present when the card is issued.   
  • If parent/legal guardian has a valid CPL card, this can be used as verification of address and parent/legal guardian does not need to show additional ID. 
  • If parent/legal guardian does not have a valid CPL card, a photo ID and verification of address must be shown
4. Accept personal responsibility for outcomes resulting from the use of your card

As a holder of a library card, it is your responsibility to:

  • Be financially responsible for items borrowed with this card.
  • Keep your account up to date with correct contact information.
  • Monitor the items your child selects and checks out on this card.
  • Report a lost or stolen card immediately. (You are solely responsible for items borrowed on your card until you report it lost or stolen.)
Imagine. Connect. Inspire.

Trinidad Carnegie Library

Open hours

Mon - Fri: 9:00 - 5:00 Sat - 10:00 - 4:00 Sun - Closed

Our address

202 North Animas Street Trinidad, CO 81082

Call now

719-846-6841
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