ABOVE: Beloved story teller Charlie Hoeck (caught in mid air as he jumps from the stage) and beloved children’s performer Mr. Richard (Richard Peeples) are seen in this photo. Learn more about Mr. Richard at his web site MrRichard.net
1999 Orlando Public Library Children’s Library Remodel
On May 23rd, 1999 the newly remodeled Children’s Library of the Orlando Public Library was open to the public.
The 16,000 square feet area houses a full library with books, DVDs, music, computers, and more. The department contains numerous art installations that help liven the area.
Read the “Storybook Opening” created for the special event.
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Beloved story teller Charlie Hoeck is seen caught in mid air as he jumps from the stage. Beloved children's entertainer Mr. Richard...
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Newspaper article about the newly remodeled Children's Library.
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Newspaper article about the newly remodeled Children's Library.
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Invitation to the Grand opening of the Children's Library on May 23, 1999.
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Drawings depicting the castle in the new Children's Library.
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Drawings depicting the new Children's Library.
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Drawings depicting the clock installation inn the new Children's Library.
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Drawings depicting the "Under the Sea" mobile in the new Children's Library.
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Drawing depicting the entrance to the New Children's Library.
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Drawing depicting the book cover installation in the New Children's Library.
Children's Remodel - Storybook Opening pg. 1
Children's Remodel - Storybook Opening pg. 1
Children's Remodel - Storybook Opening pg. 2
Children's Remodel - Storybook Opening pg. 2
Children's Remodel - Storybook Opening pg. 3
Children's Remodel - Storybook Opening pg. 3
Children's Library Remodel Ribbon
Children's Library Remodel Ribbon worn by Orlando Public Library staff to promote the grand opening on May 23, 1999.
