James Memorial Library
The James Memorial Library in Williston, North Dakota was built in 1911 in Beaux Arts style.
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| Location | 621 1st Ave., W. Williston, North Dakota |
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| Coordinates | 48°9′0″N 103°37′26″W |
| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1911 |
| Built by | W.W. Horton |
| Architect | R.S. Frost |
| Architectural style | Beaux Arts |
| NRHP reference No. | 79001777[1] |
| Added to NRHP | November 14, 1979 |
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.[1]
According to its NRHP nomination, the library "is both architecturally and historically important to the Williston community."[2]
The building is now home to the James Memorial Art Center. The Center includes an art gallery for exhibits of local, regional and international art in all media.[3] An additional gallery is used for exhibitions, performances, meetings and receptions. There is an auditorium with a theatre, and a classroom for art classes for adults and children.
References
- "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
- Kurt Schweigert (September 21, 1979). "National Register of Historic Places Registration: James Memorial Library". National Park Service. and accompanying photos
- "Facilities". James Memorial Art Center. Archived from the original on December 15, 2014. Retrieved December 15, 2014.
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