Name/Title
Gulfport Public Library Dedication Ceremony ProgramEntry/Object ID
2019.176.12Description
A program for the Gulfport Public Library, Marie E. Bryan Memorial dedication ceremony on March 21, 1971, with library history, building facts, and personnel.Collection
Gulfport Public LibraryAcquisition
Accession
2019.176Source (if not Accessioned)
Gulfport Public LibraryNotes
Source unverified.Publication Details
Publication Type
LeafletDate Published
March 21, 1971Publication Language
EnglishNotes
"Program printed courtesy of First Bank of Gulfport"Transcription
Transcription
GULFPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY HISTORY
January, 1935........Beginning of a free library for Gulfport, located in a two-room office building, Delett and Beach Boulevard South.
May, 1935...........Library officially placed under auspices of the City of Gulfport.
February, 1941........Due to continued growth, the library expanded to a five-room bungalow.
June, 1948...........New wing added for a children's room
September, 1953......Second wing added for much needed additional space.
January 26, 1970......Ground breaking for a new library, 5501 28th Avenue South
March 21, 1971.......A memorable day of dedication ceremony for the new Gulfport Public Library, Marie E. Bryan Memorial.Transcriber
MCLanguage
EnglishDimensions
Dimension Description
FoldedHeight
8-1/2 inWidth
5-1/2 inUpdate Date
April 12, 2025
