My visit to the Alameda Free Library was so exciting! I felt like a total nerd because I was enjoying it so. As I was conducting the historical research, I texted both my sister and my coworker telling them how excited I was about the historical information available at our local library.
When I arrived, I was courteously directed to the Research Desk upstairs, and the Librarian took me over to a locked – yes I said locked – cabinet with old maps of Alameda. The drawer was full of maps dating back to the early 19th century. I believe the oldest was dated 1847.
I was afraid to ask if I could photograph the maps because of the ill treatment I received at the Alameda Museum. However, the Librarian graciously agreed to allow me to take AS MANY PHOTOS as I deemed necessary. That was it; I was in my element. A camera in hand and historical artifacts to be photographed – specifically historical information about Alameda - life was good on Saturday! It still amazes me how incredibly enjoyable it was for me to spend hours in the Alameda Free Library.
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