Noe Valley/Sally Brunn Branch Library

Noe Valley/Sally Brunn Branch Library Review

In the early 20th century philanthropist Andrew Carnegie told Americans he would build them elegant libraries if they would fill them with books. A community garden flanks part of the yellow-brick library Carnegie financed (completely renovated and reopened in 2008), and there's a deck (accessed through the children's book room) with picnic tables where you can relax and admire Carnegie's inspired structure.