Sumner Library, Public library and historic landmark in Near-north neighborhood, Minneapolis, United States
The Tudor Revival style building at 611 Van White Memorial Boulevard features preserved architectural elements and modern additions from its 2004 renovation.
Constructed in 1915 by architect Cecil Bayless Chapman with Carnegie Corporation funding, the library gained National Register of Historic Places status in 2000.
The library moved its entire collection of Yiddish and Hebrew works to serve the Jewish immigrant community, which represented 95 percent of cardholders.
The Hennepin County Library branch maintains collections in multiple languages, including Somali, Hmong, and Spanish, along with extensive African American resources.
The Gary N. Sudduth Collection contains over 5,000 titles dedicated to Black history and literature, making it a specialized research destination.
Location: Minneapolis
GPS coordinates: 44.98478,-93.29455
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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