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Carnegie Library Building

Terrell, Kaufman County

Marker Text

Completed in 1904, this library building is located on land owned in the 1890s by local publisher O. B. Colquitt, who later became the governor of Texas. It was designed by the Waco firm of Messer and Smith and features classical detailing. Through the efforts of the women's clubs of Terrell, the Andrew Carnegie Foundation provided funds for the building, and the city of Terrell contributed money for the library operations. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1983

Marker Details

Address 207 N. Frances St.
Location Description
Marker # 9425
Dedicated 1983
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code institutional buildings; design and construction; libraries; Classical Revival (architectural style)
Latitude, Longitude 32.737942, -96.277947

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