Library Hall, first library open to the public in the United States

Here’s a quick look at Library Hall, first library open to the public in the United States. Founded in 1731 by Benjamin Franklin as the Library Company, it was frequented by the delegates to the Continental Convention during Colonial Days. In 1790 Library Hall was built and used until the Library Company outgrew the space. The Library Company was then moved to 1314 Locust Street to make room for the Drexel Building. In the 1950’s the Drexel Building was razed and a reproduction of the Library Company’s original building was built where it started at 105 South 5th Street (between Chestnut and Walnut Streets)

January 10, 2009 by Uncategorized 0

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