Carter G. Woodson Regional Library, Public library in Washington Heights, Chicago, United States.
Carter G. Woodson Regional Library serves as a central hub for 24 branch libraries within the Chicago Public Library system's South District.
The library opened in 1975 and underwent an expansion in 1988 to accommodate the growing Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature.
The facility houses the largest collection of African American historical materials in the Midwest, including books, manuscripts, photographs, and periodicals.
The library operates six days a week, offering free Wi-Fi, computer access, study rooms, and a dedicated teen space called YOUmedia with recording facilities.
The building displays multiple art pieces, including Jacob's Ladder sculpture by Richard Hunt and a mural titled Hope in the Community by Aoko Omwony-Hope.
GPS coordinates: 41.72110,-87.64270
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:03
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