The newly restored Idaho Springs Library melds the old with the new.

The restoration of the 108-year-old building at 219 14th Ave. remained true to the structure’s history while bringing it into the 21st century and beyond with technology upgrades.

Local officials and the public attended a grand-opening ceremony on May 17 to get a peek at the nine-month, $1.3 million project. The new design highlights the building’s original architecture, while making better use of natural light and space.