Art on the First Level of the Main Library

Map of the first level

2001 Library of the Year Award, Glass Obelisk and Plaque
(located near the Circulation Desk)

The Richland County Public Library was named 2001 Library of the Year by the Gale Group and Library Journal, the highest award a library can receive.

Governor's Award in the Humanities, 1998
(located inside case near the Circulation Desk)

In 1998, RCPL was the recipient of the South Carolina Humanities Council's award for community leadership and support for outstanding public humanities programs.

Glass Basket, One Eared Cow Glass, Columbia, SC
(located on the First Level outside of 1431)
This unique glass basket was custom designed by One Eared Cow Glass as commissioned by the Friends of the Library in honor of Harriet K. Woodham, creator of the Friends’ Annual Fundraiser, A Tisket, A Tasket, A Literary Basket (1994-2008), and in recognition of her dedication and commitment to RCPL.

"Doorway Through the Book of Time" Jake Benson
(located on the Promenade near Hampton Street entrance)
Donated by Charlotte and Alan Kahn in honor of M.B. Kahn Construction Company's 75th Anniversary.

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