Farmington Public Library History 1890 1935 Farmington News, Page4, 1952-12-12
Farmington Public Library- A history from its beginning to in 1890 until 1935. This account is from the Farmington News, Page 4, December 12, 1952. Written by Ethel B Nason, longtime librarian. The account covers how the library was formed, who formed it, the first books it held, how it was managed, and how it was designed. Also included are details of incorporation in October of 1891, work of librarians and volunteers, further donations, fundraising over the years, and celebrations and attractions. Additional accounts include the fire that destroyed the Opera House building and the library within. Ending accounts include the fundraising for the new library, donation of the Goodwin library land, and construction of the new library building, and finally the opening of the new library in May of 1929.
Farmington News
Farmington News
1890 1935, 1952
1937 Letter From George Walter Chamberlaine & 1887 Drawing & 1887 Document By His 9th Grade Students
A 1937 letter, of ink on paper, from George Walter Chamberlaine to the Farmington Public Library & 1887 drawing & 1887 class paper from his 9th grade students. The pencil on paper piece and pencil drawing were not required for their schooling, or drawing requested.
FHS-Kyle Leach
George Walter Chamberlaine
1887 9th Grade Class
1907, 1887
Farmington Public Library Association