Libraries of Distinction

Libraries of Distinction are registered Little Free Library book exchanges that we recognize for their unique or exceptionally creative or inspiring designs.
·
928 Pins
 6w
Collection by
Built and painted by artist David Gerbstadt, this library will feature books for babies, youth, and kids. We also love art and music so expect a few surprises occasionally like art books, cds, records, toys, and art made by kids! Little Free Libraries, Free Library, Library Books, Book Exchange, Surprises, Love Art, Building, Creative, Artist
Seitz Family Library #171670
Built and painted by artist David Gerbstadt, this library will feature books for babies, youth, and kids. We also love art and music so expect a few surprises occasionally like art books, cds, records, toys, and art made by kids!
"My daughter's Little Free Library has been a wonderful connection within our community. While spreading the joy of reading, by daughter has also connected with the neighbors who contribute books and ask questions. A neighbor even built the library itself. We're so happy to facilitate the sharing of books while we're also strengthening local relationships. From Abigail: I love books and am happy to be the steward of this library." Lifestyle Hack, Steward, I Love Books, Neighbors, Relationships
Little Free Library #151687
"My daughter's Little Free Library has been a wonderful connection within our community. While spreading the joy of reading, by daughter has also connected with the neighbors who contribute books and ask questions. A neighbor even built the library itself. We're so happy to facilitate the sharing of books while we're also strengthening local relationships. From Abigail: I love books and am happy to be the steward of this library."
"I have been wanting to set up a Little Free Library for years, and am so happy that I finally took the time to do it! I wanted my LFL to be unique and inviting, so I repurposed an old grandfather clock to fit the bill. I painted the clock with birds and oak branches to reflect the beautiful oak forests that surround my neighborhood." Little Library, Book Aesthetic, Aesthetic Pictures, Oak Forest, Grandfather Clock
Little Free Library #170821
"I have been wanting to set up a Little Free Library for years, and am so happy that I finally took the time to do it! I wanted my LFL to be unique and inviting, so I repurposed an old grandfather clock to fit the bill. I painted the clock with birds and oak branches to reflect the beautiful oak forests that surround my neighborhood."
"Our library focuses on providing books that have been challenged or banned from schools and libraries around the country. We built it mostly from left over wood, and even integrated a birdhouse into the roof, as well as solar powered LED lights." Exterior Design, Interior And Exterior, Solar Powered Led Lights, Bird Houses, Banned
Little Free Library #172913
"Our library focuses on providing books that have been challenged or banned from schools and libraries around the country. We built it mostly from left over wood, and even integrated a birdhouse into the roof, as well as solar powered LED lights."
"When my mother passed in 2022, her Facebook profile picture was a list of banned books that she read. Fast forward to 2023 and Iowa was debating banning books. My 9-year-old daughter and I stepped up and spoke out against the bans. We didn't win, so we decided to make sure our community still had access to the books being removed from Iowa schools. I worked with a local artist to paint pollinator plants, bees, and butterflies on our beautiful library." Beautiful Library, Facebook Profile Picture, Banned Books, 9 Year Olds, Local Artists
Little Free Library #167596
"When my mother passed in 2022, her Facebook profile picture was a list of banned books that she read. Fast forward to 2023 and Iowa was debating banning books. My 9-year-old daughter and I stepped up and spoke out against the bans. We didn't win, so we decided to make sure our community still had access to the books being removed from Iowa schools. I worked with a local artist to paint pollinator plants, bees, and butterflies on our beautiful library."
"This little library was a labour of love for a husband who isn't handy, and a wife who isn't artistic, but who really wanted to share their love of books with their incredible community. They have four incredible girls who read for hours daily, amounting to over a hundred novels read between them per month. The book list on the side is largely a list of favourite books for the family. " Favorite Books, Favorite Things List, Little Free Pantry
Little Free Library #169870
"This little library was a labour of love for a husband who isn't handy, and a wife who isn't artistic, but who really wanted to share their love of books with their incredible community. They have four incredible girls who read for hours daily, amounting to over a hundred novels read between them per month. The book list on the side is largely a list of favourite books for the family. "
This month’s Library of Distinction is The Heuser Family Little Free Library #149986 in Falls Church, VA! Emily and James H. started their Little Free Library to spread a love of reading in their community. In fact, in our recent steward survey, 77% of stewards who responded said they started their Little Free Library to share a love of reading. Nice work, bookworms! Library Ideas, Falls Church, Book Worms, Community
Heuser Family Little Free Library #149986
This month’s Library of Distinction is The Heuser Family Little Free Library #149986 in Falls Church, VA! Emily and James H. started their Little Free Library to spread a love of reading in their community. In fact, in our recent steward survey, 77% of stewards who responded said they started their Little Free Library to share a love of reading. Nice work, bookworms!
We now travel across the country with a U-Haul truck filled with BOXES of books to stock our library with the intention of brightening other readers' days when they are away from home. Our Honorary Librarian, Minnie Mae proudly helps open and close the library every day and greets visitors from the Manor's window. If you visit the library and hear Minnie Mae barking, it's just her way of saying hello and telling you to enjoy the library. Remember, "BOOKS MAKE CAMPING S'MORE FUN" U Haul Truck, Just She, Free Books, Say Hello, More Fun
Boston Evermore Manor Little Free Library #161578
We now travel across the country with a U-Haul truck filled with BOXES of books to stock our library with the intention of brightening other readers' days when they are away from home. Our Honorary Librarian, Minnie Mae proudly helps open and close the library every day and greets visitors from the Manor's window. If you visit the library and hear Minnie Mae barking, it's just her way of saying hello and telling you to enjoy the library. Remember, "BOOKS MAKE CAMPING S'MORE FUN"
"The neighbor across the street from my daughter's house had a Little Free Library, but moved away and took her library with her. I made this one for my daughter." The Neighbor, Moving Away
Little Free Library #136526
"The neighbor across the street from my daughter's house had a Little Free Library, but moved away and took her library with her. I made this one for my daughter."
“The books that the world calls immoral are the books that show the world its own shame.” – Oscar Wilde The Betton Banned Book Library in Tallahassee, FL aims to ban bigotry, not books. Located in FL, which has recently become an epicenter politically-motivated book bans, we focus on banned and challenged books to shine a spotlight on this shameful practice. Through donations and thrifting banned and challenged titles, we’ve pushed numerous copies of books into local circulation. The Caged Bird Sings, Epicenter, Oscar Wilde
Betton Banned Books Little Free Library #8267
“The books that the world calls immoral are the books that show the world its own shame.” – Oscar Wilde The Betton Banned Book Library in Tallahassee, FL aims to ban bigotry, not books. Located in FL, which has recently become an epicenter politically-motivated book bans, we focus on banned and challenged books to shine a spotlight on this shameful practice. Through donations and thrifting banned and challenged titles, we’ve pushed numerous copies of books into local circulation.
The Little Free Library of Whistle Train Road features a collection of books for both children and adults. The LFL features an automatic electronic defibrillator (AED) built in and is believed to be the first LFL/AED integration anywhere in the world. We're happy to extend the mission of LFL to Olinda Ranch as well as provide an important public safety amenity to neighbors, friends, and passersby. Missions, Modern Farmhouse, Train
Whistle Train Road Little Free Library #55444
The Little Free Library of Whistle Train Road features a collection of books for both children and adults. The LFL features an automatic electronic defibrillator (AED) built in and is believed to be the first LFL/AED integration anywhere in the world. We're happy to extend the mission of LFL to Olinda Ranch as well as provide an important public safety amenity to neighbors, friends, and passersby.
From wood shed to books read! My husband and I converted a wood shed a neighbor used to sell firewood into a Little Free Library in memory and honor of our niece Macie Grace! Our spunky little firecracker, Macie, tragically lost her life while playing on the playground at her favorite place, preschool. We carry Macie in our HEARTS and want to share her spirit and love of reading with the world. Little Free Library Plans, Mini Library, Bookshelf Inspiration, Lending Library, Community Library
Little Free Library #153563
From wood shed to books read! My husband and I converted a wood shed a neighbor used to sell firewood into a Little Free Library in memory and honor of our niece Macie Grace! Our spunky little firecracker, Macie, tragically lost her life while playing on the playground at her favorite place, preschool. We carry Macie in our HEARTS and want to share her spirit and love of reading with the world.
We really love little free libraries! So much that we wrote a book about it. I started writing after I was diagnosed with cancer and creating books for children has become a huge passion of mine. We are on instagram.com/hogwartslittlefreelibrarymn and on facebook at: Hogwarts Little Free Library Kitchen Dining Room Combo, Drought Resistant Plants, World Of Books
Hogwarts Little Free Library #45681
We really love little free libraries! So much that we wrote a book about it. I started writing after I was diagnosed with cancer and creating books for children has become a huge passion of mine. We are on instagram.com/hogwartslittlefreelibrarymn and on facebook at: Hogwarts Little Free Library
A tribute to Atlanta's last remaining movie palace - the Fox Theatre. Fabulous Fox, Library Design
Little Free Library #7453
A tribute to Atlanta's last remaining movie palace - the Fox Theatre.
"We call our selves the weekend warriors and we thought it would be a good idea to bring part of our library with us to spread the love of reading. Our permanent library (#140066) is located at the corner of Russell Ct and W 73rd Ave. You can find this library out camping on your next adventure!" Camp Read, Smores
Camp Read S'more #153505 Arvada CO
"We call our selves the weekend warriors and we thought it would be a good idea to bring part of our library with us to spread the love of reading. Our permanent library (#140066) is located at the corner of Russell Ct and W 73rd Ave. You can find this library out camping on your next adventure!"
Leesburg, Garden And Yard, Eiffel Tower, Landmarks
Little Free Library 151493 in Leesburg, VA
Fll, Bird House, Outdoor Decor, Design
The Whimsical Library #84366 in Bushnell, Florida
Bird Feeders, Projects
Little Free Library #129486
Little Free Library #129486
Little Free Library #129486
Street Library, Library Inspiration, So Creative
Little Free Library #148845
Read Books, Bellevue, Dream House, Places
Little Free Library #127067 in Bellevue, PA
Built by a father and daughter (@whatisabigailreading) as tribute to their love of books and one of their favorite movies, "You've Got Mail." Stewards William and Abigail say, "We hope this Little Free Library brings you the same joy NY152 and Shopgirl find in "a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils." Grab a treat for your pup and a book for yourself—thanks for popping by The Shop Around The Corner." You Ve Got Mail, Unique Bookshelves, Cute House
Little Free Library #140157 in Sandy, Utah
Built by a father and daughter (@whatisabigailreading) as tribute to their love of books and one of their favorite movies, "You've Got Mail." Stewards William and Abigail say, "We hope this Little Free Library brings you the same joy NY152 and Shopgirl find in "a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils." Grab a treat for your pup and a book for yourself—thanks for popping by The Shop Around The Corner."
Little Free Library Steward David H. says, “The Longship has become a neighborhood treasure and has far exceeded visitation expectations. The stern “half” of the longship will soon stand close by doubling the current capacity for all bibliophiles to enjoy.” Summer Projects
Little Free Library #86693 in San Diego, CA
Little Free Library Steward David H. says, “The Longship has become a neighborhood treasure and has far exceeded visitation expectations. The stern “half” of the longship will soon stand close by doubling the current capacity for all bibliophiles to enjoy.”
Steward David M. says, "I built this library in 2018 partly in response to a lot of discrimination against POC, LGBTQ, immigrants, science and literacy, education. We had a Black Lives Matter sign and this replaced that. The post has 'All who love are welcome' in English, Arabic, French and Spanish, the 4 languages of our immediate family. The chair adjacent has 'Welcome' in nearly 30 languages. And it is a nearly 1/10 scale model of our house." Books To Read, Scale Model
Little Free Library #121041 in Austin, TX
Steward David M. says, "I built this library in 2018 partly in response to a lot of discrimination against POC, LGBTQ, immigrants, science and literacy, education. We had a Black Lives Matter sign and this replaced that. The post has 'All who love are welcome' in English, Arabic, French and Spanish, the 4 languages of our immediate family. The chair adjacent has 'Welcome' in nearly 30 languages. And it is a nearly 1/10 scale model of our house."
Steward Kathy C. says, "Our church is on the central corner of our neighborhood, creating an ideal spot for a Little Free Library. We wanted to serve the community, so this provides one avenue for that. My youngest son designed the box to look like the church and built it, with help from my husband." Gazebo, The Neighbourhood, Outdoor Structures
Little Free Library #139929
Steward Kathy C. says, "Our church is on the central corner of our neighborhood, creating an ideal spot for a Little Free Library. We wanted to serve the community, so this provides one avenue for that. My youngest son designed the box to look like the church and built it, with help from my husband."
Gorgeous mosaic on the side of this Little Free Library in Simi Valley, California! Steward Julie H. says, "When I was a child, I couldn’t wait for a new playmate to leave the room so that I could hurriedly check out their bookshelf. I’m a lifelong reader and collector, and more than anything, I love to share and talk about books. I hope visitors to this LFL will find something to read that will become a part of them forever."
Little Free Library #125421
Gorgeous mosaic on the side of this Little Free Library in Simi Valley, California! Steward Julie H. says, "When I was a child, I couldn’t wait for a new playmate to leave the room so that I could hurriedly check out their bookshelf. I’m a lifelong reader and collector, and more than anything, I love to share and talk about books. I hope visitors to this LFL will find something to read that will become a part of them forever."
Steward Zoe S. says, "My Dad created my Little Library from our old piano and gave it to me as a Christmas Present. He used the wood and parts from the old piano because the piano was special to my mom, and though it was in bad shape and needed to be replaced, Dad thought it would be a good way to remember it." Things To Think About, Old Things, Old Pianos
Little Free Library #32790 in Lockport, IL
Steward Zoe S. says, "My Dad created my Little Library from our old piano and gave it to me as a Christmas Present. He used the wood and parts from the old piano because the piano was special to my mom, and though it was in bad shape and needed to be replaced, Dad thought it would be a good way to remember it."
Tardis Little Free Library Police Call, Goal Setting
Little Free Library #119740
Steward Ryan shares, " My wife & I were saving up for 15 years to buy a house. We both had our first goals set when we finally could. Hers was to have a rose garden to honor her mother ( she did and its beautiful). Mine was to build a Tardis Lending Library... There weren't any patterns available, so I built it entirely from scratch. Took a full year to do so. On our 1 year anniversary of buying our house, we dug the hole and placed the Tardis."
Located in San Jose, California. Steward Claudia C. has her library painted by Moya Art Gallery and Studio to reflect her Mexican roots. Dot Org
Little Free Library #119803
Located in San Jose, California. Steward Claudia C. has her library painted by Moya Art Gallery and Studio to reflect her Mexican roots.