Woburn Public Library
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A magnificent library in Woburn, Massachusetts.
Waymark Code: WMY7B
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 11/09/2006
Views: 58
This magnificent library, also known as Winn Memorial Library, was the bequest of Charles Bowers Winn, who had inherited his father's estate just two years prior. His 1875 death left $140,000 to the town, with instructions to build a library that would be an architectural masterpiece for the town.
The architect was Henry Hobson Richardson, designer of Boston's Trinity Church. The exterior is made of Ohio sandstone and Longmeadow stone, and features an art gallery, reading room, and study hall.
Classification of Library: Public Library (Open to all)
Internet access available: Yes - Your Laptop: Purchase Wi-Fi access from Library Clerk
Hours of Operation:
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 am to 9 pm
Friday–Saturday 9 am to 5:30 pm
Closed Sunday
Children's Room: Monday–Tuesday, 9 am to 8:30 pm
Wednesday–Saturday, 9 am to 5:30 pm
Approximate date of opening.: 05/01/1879
Library Website: [Web Link]
Additional Internet Connection Options: Not listed
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