Carthage Public Library
612 S. Garrison
The Carthage Public Library began in 1870, with locals raising funds for a small storefront library. In 1902, Andrew Carnegie offered $25,000 to build a permanent library if the city would support it with taxes and provide land. A lot at 612 S. Garrison Ave. was chosen, and the library opened in 1905 with 5,000 books.
In 1986, Sam Butcher donated the Library Annex. The E.L. Dale Memorial Garden was later added with a fountain, statue, and children’s area. Over time, the library grew to offer 48,000+ items and various services. A major renovation and 13,000 sq. ft. addition were completed in 2008, supported by public and private funding.
Today, the Carthage Public Library continues to serve its community with modern resources and historic charm.
http://www.carthage.lib.mo.us/
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History of The YMCA in Carthage
The Carthage YMCA was originally formed in 1890 and was located on the second floor at 311 S Main St. In 1909 the first Y facility was opened on Main Street, just past the High School, near downtown Carthage. The Y served our citizens from 1890 until 1968 when it closed. Then, in 1990-1992 a group of dedicated community leaders came together and raised funds to build a new YMCA, which opened in 1993.
The new Y is located at 2600 S. Grand Avenue and is now called the Fair Acres Family YMCA, which got its name from the Fair Acres Nursing Home located near the same location where the current Y is located. For 93 years the YMCA has addressed the needs of our community and surrounding areas.
The YMCA has grown and changed with the times, providing services and solutions to community problems that impact the population. Financial assistance, teaching children to swim, youth basketball, flag football, volleyball, indoor soccer, teen leadership programs and after school child care are just some of the ways the Y provides for the community.
https://www.fairacresymca.com/
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ArtCentral
1110 E. 13th St.
YMCA Youth Center
400 S. Maple St.
Fair Acres
YMCA
2600 Grand Ave.
Carthage
Municipal Pool
521 Robert Ellis Young Dr.
​Hours:
Monday - Saturday: Noon - 6pm
Sunday: 1pm - 6pm
*Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by someone 16 or older to enter pool.*
*Swimsuits only!! Will be kicked out if in street clothes*
Prices
No charge with Fair Acres Y Membership
Ages 4 and older $4
Ages 3 and under Free
Parties: $250. 6pm - 8pm, Any Evening. To schedule your rental call 417-237-0225.
Central Park
Wading Pool
Wading Pool for Young Children
714 S Garrison Ave, Carthage, MO 64836
Ages 10 and under only, must be accompanied by an adult
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 12pm - 4pm
Parties: $100