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Above: A librarian at Olivia Raney Library helps a young patron.
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Transforming the Tar Heel State: The Legacy of Public Libraries in North Carolina is a statewide collaborative digital project that celebrates North Carolina public libraries.

dotFind digital versions of historical photographs, postcards, reports, dedications, and other unique materials related to the libraries of North Carolina.

dotBrowse items by county, format, date or topic, learn about the partners who contributed to this project, and read a brief history of North Carolina public libraries.

dotJoin us in exploring the legacy of public libraries throughout the state and showcasing the contributions that they have made to the people of North Carolina in the past, present, and future.

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