Celebrate Saint Paul Public Library's
Proud Heritage and Bright Future

Celebration Events

Library History & Photo Albums

By the end of the 1800s, St. Paul was known as a railroad center, the "Gateway to the Northwest."

For 125 years, the Saint Paul Public Library has been a gateway to the world. Discover new and interesting places with the library's vast collection of travel books, DVDs, and databases with information on geography, history, and culture:

Worlds to Explore : Classic Tales of Travel & Adventure from National Geographic
by Mark Jenkins

A Year in the World : Journey of a Passionate Traveler (Book on CD)
by Frances Mayes

Lands & Peoples [library access / home access]
Articles about nations and nationalities linked to facts and figures, maps, and flags.

More travel resources...

Ted Jourdan and family with suitcases, standing by train.

Photo from
Minnesota Historical Society

The Saint Paul Pioneer Press is a partner in celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Saint Paul Public Library.