The History of Willard Library

Booknotes+ Podcast: Willard Sterne Randall, "The Founders' Fortunes"

The Digital Public Library of America: An Introduction

Willard Library's Grey Lady Ghost

True Stories from a Haunted Library | Willard Public Library Grey Lady Ghost Tour #ghost

Replying to @Jenfo Founded in 1885 by philanthropist Willard Carpenter, Willard Public Library is the oldest continuously operating public library in the state of Indiana. The building itself predates the library’s opening; construction began in 1877 and continued until 1885, with Carpenter closely overseeing the work until his death in 1883. Originally, Carpenter intended to establish a women’s college, but financial setbacks redirected his vision toward a free public library meant to serve “al

Willard Ghost of the Grey Lady looking for a book

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