Towanda Public Library - Towanda, PA - Libraries on Waymarking.com

104 Main St, Towanda, PA 18848
"In 1894, he offered the lot he owned at Maple and Main. Later when he had satisfied himself that the Towanda Musical Society’s subscription library could become the nucleus for a book collection, and that the citizens of Towanda were interested enough to raise an endowment that could support a library, he not only gave the lot, but planned and built the present building, which was completed in 1897. "
"Architectural style:Flemish Renaissance chosen by Frank Welles, the donor of the building. Of red pressed brick with terra cotta decorations including the name plaque, made in Corning, New York. "
"A tiny musical library created for the benefit of the members of the Towanda Musical Society, began by enthusiastic young ladies in 1879, grew within the year into a general subscription library, reflecting the appetite of Towandians for books for borrowing..in 1897, the society agreed to put their collection in the new library building under construction, a gift to the town from Frank R. Welles, their books numbered 2,143.."

Classification of Library: Public Library (Open to all) Internet access available: Yes - Library Terminal: Register with Library Clerk to use Additional Internet Connection Options: "Persons using public access computers must be a registered borrower in good standing and present a valid library card (non-library patrons must show their driver’s license) to the desk staff." Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday: 10am to 8pm Saturday: 10am-5pm Approximate date of opening.: 01/01/1897 Library Website: [Web Link]

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