Thomas Scott Buckham Memorial Library

The Thomas Scott Buckham Memorial Library is a historic library in Faribault, Minnesota, United States.

Thomas Scott Buckham Memorial Library
The Buckham Memorial Library from the north
Thomas Scott Buckham Memorial Library is located in Minnesota
Thomas Scott Buckham Memorial Library
LocationCentral Ave. and Division St.
Faribault, Minnesota
Coordinates44°17′23.95″N 93°16′4.02″W
Built1930
ArchitectCharles Buckham
Architectural styleArt Deco
MPSRice County MRA
NRHP reference No.82003008 [1]
Added to NRHPApril 6, 1982
Thomas Scott Buckham Memorial Library
Collection
Size106,878
Access and use
Circulation245,961
Population served18,615
Other information
Budget$844,986
DirectorDelane James

History

The public library as a tax-supported institution in Faribault dates from 1897, when it was housed in the City Hall building. Mrs. Anna Buckham gave the Thomas Scott Buckham Memorial Library building to the City of Faribault in memory of her husband. The cornerstone was laid in September 1929, and dedication of the building took place on July 20, 1930.[1][2]

Architecture

The library's architecture has Greek themes; Buckham was an avid reader and scholar of Greek literature. A stained glass window made by Charles Jay Connick was emplaced in the building's tower. The second floor has a Greek mural painted by Alfred J. Hyslop depicts scenes from Athens, Sparta, Delphi, and Olympia.[2]

References
  1. "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. March 15, 2006.
  2. Buckham Memorial Library, National Register Database Form, National Park Service.
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