Washburn Library, Public library branch in southwest Minneapolis, United States.
The Washburn Library spans 18,965 square feet and features an open floor plan with dedicated spaces for children and teens.
The library opened in September 1970 with 18,000 books and broke circulation records by lending 273,000 materials in its first year.
A millstone on the exterior acknowledges Minneapolis grain milling heritage, while the children's area contains a ceiling mural by Virginia Bradley.
Located at 5244 Lyndale Avenue South, the library offers computer access, meeting rooms, and multiple language collections for community use.
The building design reflects mid-century modernism principles through architect Brooks Cavin, who studied under Walter Gropius and Eero Saarinen.
Location: Minneapolis
Official opening: September 1970
Part of: Hennepin County Library
Address: 5244 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419 55419
Website: https://hclib.org/washburn
GPS coordinates: 44.90722,-93.28861
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:21
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