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Carnegie Centre

The Carnegie Centre began its history in 1903 as Vancouver’s first public library, built in the heart of downtown Vancouver with funds donated by U.S. steel magnate and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie.  The Centre is known for its rich multicultural programming and arts activities.

The Carnegie Centre is a testament to the strength and commitment of Downtown Eastside residents to renew and build a healthy community for people of every income level, lifestyle and background. Over 400 volunteers contribute their time, talents and enthusiasm to the Carnegie Centre each year.

Carnegie Community Centre
401 Main Street
Vancouver, BC V6A 2T7
Phone: 604-665-2274

Website: Visit Carnegie Centre

Interviews done at the Heart of the City Arts Festival:

Carl Macdonald, a local DTES poet and dedicated community member:

  

Carl Part 1

Carl Part 2

Carl part 3

 

Conversation with our own Emily and Brenda Prince, a resident of DTES:

Brenda part one

Brenda part two

 

Conversation with Emily and Bonnie S. In the photo she is holding a shirt she made at one of the CAP cyber camps held at the Carnegie:

Bonnie part one

Bonnie part two