Dedication of the Norton Public Library (Classic Reprint): Norton, Mass;, Wednesday, February 1, 1888 - Couverture souple

Library, Norton Public

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1333441673 ISBN 13 : 9781333441678

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Dedication of a town’s public library in 1888—an event that shaped Norton's future

This book chronicles the dedication ceremony of Norton’s free public library, a landmark moment in the town’s history. It details the day’s atmosphere, the crowd, and the plans that brought a new library to life, along with vivid notes on the ceremony’s music, speeches, and the gracious gift from a local benefactor.

Readers will also explore the library’s architectural description, from site placement and materials to the design details that give the building its character. The narrative ties the library to Norton’s broader civic ideals—education, culture, and community spirit—rooted in the town’s Pilgrim ancestry and early commitments to learning.

• A blow-by-blow sense of the dedication morning, the procession, and the day’s events
• An in-depth look at the library’s brick and stone construction, interior layout, and decorative touches
• Biographical context about the benefactor and the town’s gratitude
• The broader context of public libraries as a pillar of civic life in the era

Ideal for readers of local history, archival collections, and anyone curious about how a single gift can become a lasting community resource.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1333441673
• ISBN 13: 9781333441678
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 88
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