Nevins Memorial Library, Public library in Methuen, Massachusetts.
Nevins Memorial Library is a public library in Methuen, Massachusetts, designed in the Romanesque Revival style with distinctive architectural features. The building displays stone walls, rounded arches, and stained glass windows along Broadway street.
The building was established in 1883 as a memorial commissioned by the Nevins family in honor of David Nevins Sr. Architect Samuel J. F. Thayer designed it in the Romanesque Revival style, and it remains on the National Register of Historic Places.
The library holds manuscripts and genealogical records that tell the story of Methuen and its inhabitants. Visitors can explore local family histories and learn about the community's past through these preserved documents.
The library offers free Wi-Fi and hosts regular book clubs for visitors interested in reading groups. A delivery service is available for those with limited mobility who wish to access materials from home.
Inside the building are rare artworks and valuable collections spanning different periods and styles. Access to these special pieces requires scheduling an appointment in advance.
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