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Brumback Library, Public library in Van Wert, Ohio, United States.

The Brumback Library building features Gothic and Romanesque architectural elements with a round corbeled tower, square tower, and multicolored tile roof.

Established in 1890 by twelve women of the Van Wert Ladies Library Association, the library opened its doors to the public in January 1901.

The library serves as the central knowledge repository for Van Wert County, offering literature and educational programs to residents across the region.

The library collection grew from an initial 5,000 titles to over 235,000 items, including books, digital resources, and audio materials.

Brumback Library stands as the first public library in the United States to provide county-wide service, setting a precedent for rural library systems.

Location: Ohio

Inception: 1890

Architects: David L. Stine

Made from material: sandstone

GPS coordinates: 40.86890,-84.58390

Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:22

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