Wilmette Public Library Local History Digital Collection

First library building in Wilmette

Description
Media Type
Image
Item Type
Photographs
Description
Photograph of the first library building in Wilmette which was located on the corner of Wilmette and Central avenues. It was known originally as the "Elmwood Library Association" becoming a public library in 1901. In 1904 the collection was moved to the new Carnegie Library of Wilmette building.
Inscriptions
"Library Hall now plumbing shop."
Date of Original
About 1901
Subject(s)
Libraries (Rooms)
Public libraries
Local identifier
Library 1900 No.1
Language of Item
English
Donor
Philip Huguenin
Copyright Statement
Public domain: Copyright has expired according to United States law. No restrictions on use.
Terms of Use
Image may be used with credit to Wilmette Public Library
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