Central Library (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
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The Central Library is the headquarters for the Milwaukee Public Library System as well as for the Milwaukee County Federated Library System.[3] Designated a Milwaukee Landmark in 1969,[4] the building remains one of Milwaukee's most monumental public structures.
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Central Library | |
Location | 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
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Coordinates | 43°2′22″N 87°55′21″W |
Built | 1895[1] |
Architect | Ferry & Clas |
Architectural style | Renaissance, Renaissance Revival |
NRHP reference No. | 74000101[2] |
Added to NRHP | December 30, 1974 |
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Today, the Central Library occupies almost the entire building with 3 exceptions: the headquarters for the Milwaukee County Federated Library System; the Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library;[5] and Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancement.[6]