category : Historic Libraries
The Galena Public Library was endowed by the Felt Family and built in 1907 in the Greek Revival style. The reading room features a mosaic fireplace in a wisteria pattern, done in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright and Prairie School of Architecture.

Hours: M-Th: 11am-8pm F-S: 11am-5pm. Closed major holidays.
Address: 601 S. Bench St.
Phone: 815-777-0200
Wheelchair Accessible Facility

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Galena Public Library and Historic Collection

The Galena Public Library was endowed by the Felt Family and built in 1907 in the Greek Revival style. The reading room featu...