Charles Willard Library, Battle Creek, MI
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N 42° 19.234 W 085° 10.818
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The Charles Willard Library is located on West Van Buren Street in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Waymark Code: WM1TE9
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 07/07/2007
Views: 121
Opened on April 27, 1905, the Charles Willard Library building was given to the Battle Creek schools and community fromt he estate of Charles Willard. Architect J.C. Llewellyn designed the two-story classical structure, constructing it from terracotta pressed brick and granite at a cost of $74,500. The interior was finished in mahogany, oak, and marble and crowned with a frosted glass skylight. In 1934, the estate of George B. Willard, nephew of Charles, contributed funds to expand the library to accommodate a larger collection and reading space. In 1969, the library built another 55,000 square foot addition on the west side of the structure. In 2005 that portion of the building houses the main operation of the Willard Public Library and the original structure is used by the Battle Creek Public School System administrative office.
--text from historical marker on site
Classification of Library: Public Library (Open to all)
Internet access available: Yes - Your Laptop: Free
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Thu 9:00-9:00
Fri 9:00-6:00
Sat 9:00-5:00
Sun 1:00-5:00
Approximate date of opening.: 04/27/1905
Library Website: [Web Link]
Additional Internet Connection Options: Not listed
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