This is one of the worst libraries in the nation. I've visited a couple of times, on a weekday and…read moreSaturday. The building isn't big: essentially one large room without structural/physical dividers. Thus, it's hard to escape the quagmire I'm about to describe. This location appears overstaffed, with employees sitting around, doing nothing but chatting about their personal lives. They (the only library I know) allow food/drinks inside, even readily supplied by onsite vending machines. A question: is the district that impoverished? Perhaps, get rid of some of those lounging employees to save your money! There's a security guard who's pointless. Why? Because the kids (mostly early teens) have control of the library. They appear in droves--more so on a weekday but still unavoidable on Saturday. They discuss non-age appropriate topics, leave trash everywhere, and act unruly to the max. But how can they not? The CHILDREN are being encouraged by lazy, useless library employees who say things like "oh, children, please don't do that" or "oh, please, you know the rules" but impose no direct consequences or punishment for misbehaving. They kids display no respect--and rudely talk back--because they see these GROWN ADULTS as their friends. Or like some feeble, ineffective clowns who are asking to be stepped on. Come to this library (especially on a weekday) and see the entertainment for yourself. Or wait until those kids grow up and watch them on the news.

Great place to visist . Nice clean modern facilities. Big and roomy with all sorts of books and…read moreinformation at hand.

This is the best place in town to get your vehicle license plate. Great people and I can always run…read moreinto someone I know here.

This is an amazing library and my favorite out of all the ones I've been to. they have an massive…read moreselection of books and movies and I have not met any unpleasant librarians yet every employee is very kind and are happy to help when you need them.

I love Barkman Library. They aren't the largest library in the system, but they will get you…read moreanything you need, in the way of books and movies. They actually have a fantastic movie selection. But if it is at another branch, they will get it for you. I have yet to meet an unpleasant employee or volunteer. It is a great library.

I drove in from another town, and do not have a library card for Pueblo, however, it was still an…read moreenjoyable visit. I found myself making the trip to take care of some work, as well as flip through some books. - A lot bigger than I expected, and the building gives off a corporate business vibe rather than a library - Parking lot and street parking are available - 3 floors to check out, the 4th floor is reserved for (large) meeting rooms - They have multiple study rooms for 2-4 people, which you can reserve online through their website without a library card - Art exhibit on the 3rd floor - The 1st floor has a coffee bar, with a few pastries. They ask you to enjoy your food and drinks on the first floor. - Lots of seating areas sprinkled throughout the building - which is great! Easy to find a quiet empty area to work. - See a librarian to get access to the restroom, they need to buzz you in. The ability to provide so many amazing free services to the community is wonderful!

The library district has quite a few locations throughout town but I have only been to the main…read morelocation on Abriendo. This a great library and community resource. They really try to bring the community in for cultural enrichment through film, author appearances, swaps, classes and more. Just recently, they hosted Tibetan monks who constructed a sand mandala over a few days' time - such a peaceful experience to watch them create such an intricate piece of work. The library itself is very clean, spacious, and the architecture is very modern - a unique contrast to the century-old buildings that sit just across the street from it. This library is a gem that everyone in this town can be proud of.

Love the layout of this library. The staff is always super helpful and friendly. Glad that we have…read morethis for the community.

Of all the libraries I have frequented in all of the states I have lived in, this is without a…read moredoubt my favorite library. Its' version of quiet is my favorite. The natural light finds its' way in every place that you need it to; the three chapel/citadel steeple-folds furnish us with it. Each study nook(separate from the actual reservable study rooms) all have windows on either side of the table. Internet use, now just as necessary as books in any given library, is easy to obtain. Many, many, many desktops can be found without a pilot. How nice, and rather unexpected, as it were. Next, of course, is the staff. I have yet to find myself being served by a staff member who wears the "I-don't-give-a-sh*t" face draped over their head. Not here. I am more often than not delighted by the staff without asking to be. Book selection is fine, more than fine, really. The monthly theme welcomes you at the door, and again at the mouth of the books in the rear of the building. This is oft-accompanied by "staff picks", which is so fun. You can't really learn much if you stick to your own tastes. No growth is done in this way; the staff picks will help in growing the tastes of the hungry reader who doesn't know where to go next, but does know that staying with what they know just won't do. I believe I've said enough.

My wife and I visited the Castle, and it was, in a word, "Perfect"…read more The location, the people, the staff, and the wonderful environment. Great place to reflect and enjoy. Mel

We finally got the opportunity to visit this Colorado landmark and structure. We were fortunate…read moreenough to be visiting the area, and they had just opened up Hwy 160 the day before (closed for more than a month due to the Aspen Acres forest fire). The castle was larger and taller than I expected, and we spent hours wandering around it taking photos (there were some areas like the tallest tower, we were not brave enough to quest). They had a nice gift store on location where I got to meet Jellybean the small dog, and they also have portable toilets on site which were well maintained. After visiting the area and even living in Colorado in the past, we had never thought about visiting Bishops Castle and now regret we did not do it earlier. Definitely, a must see landmark in Colorado and they do take donations.

Super cool building…read more Very modern and fresh in a very old and historic part of downtown Pueblo.