James Blackstone Memorial Library

James Blackstone Memorial Library
Interactive map of the James Blackstone Memorial Library area
General information
Location758 Main Street
Branford, Connecticut, United States
Construction started1893
Completed1896
Design and construction
ArchitectSolon S. Beman
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James Blackstone Memorial Library is a public library located in Branford, Connecticut. It is commonly referred to as the Blackstone Library or the Branford Library. The library was commissioned by Timothy Blackstone as a memorial to his father, James Blackstone. It was designed by Chicago architect Solon Spencer Beman. Construction on the building began in 1893 and was completed in 1896. The building was dedicated on June 17, 1896.

There is also a Blackstone Library in Chicago, which is part of the Chicago Public Library System, and was named after Timothy Blackstone. This library was also designed by Solon Spencer Beman.

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