Fremont Branch, Seattle Public Library
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member Jeremy
N 47° 39.010 W 122° 20.898
10T E 548941 N 5277624
The architectural style of the branch is Mission Revival. Features of this style include the use of gable and hip roofs, clay roof tiles and stucco cladding, ornamental metal and arched openings.
Waymark Code: WM1NFH
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 06/09/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member tiki-4
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From the Seattle Public Library Web Site:

Library service in Fremont dates back to 1902, when The Seattle Public Library took over the Fremont Reading Room Association and provided service to the community in rented quarters. Library service was upgraded to branch status in 1903, but residents were determined to find the library a permanent home.

In 1917, philanthropist Andrew Carnegie donated $35,000 to build a library in Fremont, but budget issues and World War I delayed the project. The site cost $10,000, most of which was raised by the local Business Men's Club and Fremont residents who held rummage sales, dances, card parties and street fairs.

The new, two-level branch, which was designed by city architect Daniel R. Huntington, opened July 27, 1921. The historic branch has since been listed on the National Register of Historic Places and named a landmark building by Seattle's Landmarks Preservation Board.

Over the years, the branch was remodeled several times, including work in 1945 that converted part of the lower level to accommodate material for the Library for the Blind.
Classification of Library: Public Library (Open to all)

Internet access available: Yes - Your Laptop: Free

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Hours of Operation:
Mon: 1 pm - 8 pm Tue: 1 pm - 8 pm Wed: 10 am - 8 pm Thu: 10 am - 8 pm Fri: 10 am - 6 pm Sat: 10 am - 6 pm Sun: closed

Approximate date of opening.: 07/21/1921

Library Website: [Web Link]
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