Amelia S. Givin Free Library - Mt. Holly Springs, PA
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N 40° 07.001 W 077° 11.357
18T E 313434 N 4443005
Established in 1889, this Romanesque-style library was the first free library established in Cumberland County, PA and still serves in that function to this day.
Waymark Code: WM16Q5
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 02/03/2007
Views: 50
The original building, consisting of brown limestone quarried from nearby Hummelstown, was 60' x 30' & 90' tall. The interior conains examples of Moorish Fretwork, along with an intricately tiled fireplace, and a circular reading room. The building has been expanded, adding greatly to the size available for the library's book collection.
Classification of Library: Public Library (Open to all)
Internet access available: Yes - Library Terminal: Register with Library Clerk to use
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Thu....10-9
Fri............10-6
Sat............9-4
Sun........Closed
Approximate date of opening.: 01/02/1890
Library Website: [Web Link]
Additional Internet Connection Options: Not listed
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