Paxton Carnegie Public Library - Paxton, IL
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member adgorn
N 40° 27.528 W 088° 05.909
16T E 406862 N 4479260
Est. 1903 with the help of a grant from steel magnate Andrew Carnegie. The building was designed by architect Paul O. Moratz of Bloomington, IL and its unique architectural features have been preserved throughout its over 100 year history.
Waymark Code: WM9FMY
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 08/14/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Jake39
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More from wikipedia:
Construction on the Paxton Library began when the $10,000 Carnegie grant came though; the cornerstone was laid by Harry and George Turner in October 1903. The interior has been restored to its original 1903 appearance, the original furnishings are still in use as is the original oak circulation desk. In 2003 the cornerstone of the library was removed during the 100th anniversary celebration by Harry Turner's grandson, Alan Turner of Paxton.

See an old postcard of this another Carnegie Libraries in Illinois at (visit link)

It appears that this blog serves as their website:
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I came to this small Illinois town to waymark/photograph a caboose when I happened upon this library. At first I thought it was an observatory due to the dome shape! I always enjoy it when one waymarking expedition leads to another.
Address of Library Building:
254 S Market St.
Paxton, IL USA
60957


Current Use of Building: library

Year Built (optional): 1903

Website about building: [Web Link]

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