Detroit Public Library, Public library in Detroit, United States
The Detroit Public Library spans across a three-floor building designed in Italian Renaissance style, featuring detailed stone carvings and ornate architectural elements.
The library opened in 1921 after construction delays from World War I, following Andrew Carnegie's funding and Cass Gilbert's architectural design in 1910.
The library maintains the Burton Historical Collection and National Automotive History Collection, documenting Michigan's development and automotive industry evolution.
Located at 5201 Woodward Avenue, the main library provides access to millions of books, electronic resources, and research materials through 23 branch locations.
Clara Stanton Jones made history in 1970 as the first African American and first female director of a major library system in America.
Location: Detroit
Architects: Cass Gilbert
Website: http://detroit.lib.mi.us
GPS coordinates: 42.35860,-83.06670
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:17
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