Reading books is an important part of a childโs life. And itโs also a great relaxation hobby for adults. In an effort to share books with the public,
Little Free Library was founded in 2009. The nonprofit organization promotes neighborhood book exchanges.
But this is no ordinary book exchange. Books are exchanged through more than 90,000 public book boxes around the world. The organizationโs mission is to โinspire a love of reading, build community, and spark creativity by fostering neighborhood book exchanges around the world.โ
These โtiny librariesโ are located in front of homes, in city parks, in public schools, and in other fully accessible areas. The idea is simple: Anyone passing by a book box can take a book thatโs inside or leave one if they want to. The boxes are either pre-built or custom made. Anyone can โhostโ a little free library.
We found 60 photos of adorable free libraries people have built for their neighborhoods. Check these out!
1) Country store library
This crafty tiny library looks just like an old country store.
2) Baby brownstone
Check out this baby brownstone tiny library. Itโs so cute.
3) British telephone booth library
A mini British telephone booth crammed full of books. How cool!
4) Winter chalet library
This tiny library looks just like a beautiful winter chalet, complete with snow and lights.
5) Little green library
This adorable tiny library looks just like your local Barnes and Noble.
6) School bus library
I bet the kids really love this little school bus library.
7) Dr. Seuss library
I wonder if โThe Cat in the Hatโ is inside this one.
8) TARDIS library
Doctor Who would be proud of this little mini TARDIS time machine library.
9) Beach bungalow library
The perfect neighborhood free library for beachgoers.
10) Solar library
This little library is modeled after the home behind it, including the solar panel on top.
11) Mountain cabin library
Itโs astounding how much the little library on the right looks so much like the house on the left, down to the tiniest details.
12) Townhouse library
A tiny free โtownhomeโ library with a tiny flowerbox underneath.
13) Picket fence library
This little picket-fence free library is adorable.
14) VW van library
A very creative repository for a little free library.
15) Green shutter library
This tiny green-shuttered library fits in perfectly into the surrounding neighborhood.
16) Stately library
This stately tiny library is sure to stand out in its neighborhood.
17) Ice cream truck library
A great way to get kids interested in reading!
18) Lighthouse library
I love the concept of this mini lighthouse library.
19) Barn library
This snowy little barn must hold some awesome books.
20) Exact replica library
Itโs amazing how much this tiny library looks just like the home behind it. They are virtually identical.
21) Turquoise door library
I love this tiny library with a turquoise door.
22) Victorian house library
Wow! This one is really cool. Can I live in there?
23) High school library
An old-style high school library modeled after one built in the late 1800s.
24) The โUpโ house library
This is a tiny library version of the house from the movie โUp.โ
25) Tin-roof cabin library
I can imagine seeing this little tin-roof free library in a quaint mountain town.
26) Treehouse library
This free library is actually built inside a sturdy, old tree trunk.
27) Silo library
This shows that even remote locations can use a little free library.
28) Brick house library
Not your ordinary tiny brick house library.
29) Washing machine library
This adorable book box looks like a mini washing machine.
30) Oscar the Grouch library
This little library does Sesame Street proud.
31) Italian library
This stylish library is located in Massafra, Italy.
32) Big book box
This young girl is enjoying the books in this Fair Oaks, California, free library box.
33) Best gifts library
Indeed, books are the best gifts!
34) Woodsy library
Iโm sure the community members love browsing the book selection in this woodsy-looking mini library.
35) Lantern library
This little book box looks like a festive lantern.
36) Snoopyโs dog house library
Both Snoopy and Woodstock adorn this replica box of Snoopyโs dog house.
37) Purple library
This four-legged friend wants to check out the books too.
38) Mural library
This box is beautifully painted and looks like a colorful mural.
39) Glass house library
What a great way to display these books.
40) Woodsy retreat library
This book box is picture perfect and would fit into any woodsy area.
41) Piano library
This piano-themed little library was made from recycled piano parts.
42) Life-size library
Someone devoted a lot of time and space to this life-size free library.
43) Monster library
I wonder if the books are monster themed to match the box design.
44) Church library
I bet the local community loves this adorable church library.
45) Pink library
This pink book box is sure to brighten up anyoneโs day.
46) Swedish kiosk
This street-side book kiosk is located in Sweden.
47) Festive library
What a festive and cheerful design!
48) All wood library
The detailed craftsmanship on this book box is amazing.
49) Pink playhouse library
This looks just like a little pink playhouse I had in my backyard as a child.
50) Gas station library
An original theme for sure โฆ itโs a gas station tiny library.
51) Flower library
This little โflower shopโ makes a perfectly cheerful book box.
52) Magical library
I wonder what magical books are inside this โfantasticalโ tiny library.
53) Santa Fe library
Sculptor Hiroshi Murata made this Southwest-inspired box in Santa Fe.
54) Wood barn library
This cutesy wood barn library is located in Missoula, Montana.
55) Coffin library
This spooky coffin free library is located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
56) Old Chevy library
This Arizona-based tiny library gives a nod to old classic cars.
57) Grandfather clock library
I wonder if this grandfather clock library actually tells time.
58) Kitty cottage library
Whoever built this โkitty cottageโ book box in Alameda, California, is extremely creative.
59) Boat library
The locals in the seaside town of Carlsbad, California, love this boat-themed mini library.
60) Schoolhouse library
This old-style schoolhouse represents the perfect theme to hold library books.
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I love each and every one of these little tiny libraries. Letโs hope more and more of these wonderful and inspiring book boxes go up around the world.