Vienna Public Library, Carnegie library in Vienna, Illinois.
Vienna Public Library is a brick structure with a prominent entrance staircase and Classical Revival details throughout its facade. The building displays pilasters and architectural proportions characteristic of early 20th century American design.
The building was constructed in 1911 with support from the Carnegie Foundation. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995.
The library serves as a gathering place where the community comes together to learn and share knowledge. It hosts programs and events that bring neighbors closer and support the exchange of ideas.
The building is located on Poplar Street and easy to find in the town center. Visitors can browse extensive collections and get assistance with information requests.
The basement housed a trachoma clinic from 1936 to 1964. During the 1917 flu outbreak, the Red Cross used the main floor as a base of operations.
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