With its sleek and modern architecture, the Ann Smith Bedsole Library stands as a testament to the school's growth and commitment to providing the best education possible. The building is named after Ann Bedsole, an ASMS School Board and Foundation member who was instrumental in founding the school in 1989. "It's extraordinary to reflect on how far ASMS has come," said Bedsole during the building's dedication a few years back. "It is an honor to be associated with ASMS."

Much of the floor plan in the building is open and mixes large glass walls and windows with bright colors and contemporary lighting fixtures. Although most of the second floor is devoted to library space, there is also a large media center, history classroom, and group study rooms. The first floor houses the ASMS Gallery, reception area, Coffee house, Dragon's Den TV room, game room, exercise room, offices, the SGA office, and a physical education classroom.

Clearly, though, the library is the most special space in the building. With its bold colors and exposed ceilings, the room is decidedly modern. Yet, the collection of folk art, on loan from the Ann and Palmer Bedsole Collection, certainly grounds the space. The collection contains examples from such heavyweights as Clementine Hunter, B. Sims, and Jim Suddith. "The art pieces selected for the library work on many levels," says ASMS librarian Angela Mollise. "Because the building is modern, the outsider art tones things down and creates a warm feeling."