PUBLIC LIBRARY, AZUSA, CALIFORNIA

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

PUBLIC LIBRARY, AZUSA, CALIFORNIA

Entry/Object ID

2004.413.1.10

Description

PUBLIC LIBRARY, AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, 1911. The postcard is in color and shows the public library in the city of Azusa. The building features elements such as a stone masonry exterior, a symmetrical design, portico, and columns which all suggest a Classical Revival style. The library is a stone white color, and at the front are concrete steps with grass lawn. Visible at the background are the Azusa Mountains. The building served as a public library from 1910-1959. The building of the structure was made possible by the funding from Andrew Carneige as well as contributions of the City of Azusa. The city hall is now located at the site. On the far right is the gabled roof top of a building or home. The reverse side has space for a message and an address. There writing in black ink and an adhered postage stamp. The postcard was published by Leroy Calvert. The postcard has abrasion damage to the corners and edges, creases, surface soiling, discoloration, light stains, a tear. It is in fair condition.

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Search Terms

Libraries--Azusa (Calif.), Municipal buildings--Azusa (Calif.)

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Postcards