National Register of Historic Places

Waukegan Public Library

Waukegan, Lake County, Illinois
Listed
December 31, 2013
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
13001003

About this property

The Waukegan Public Library is the public library serving Waukegan, Illinois. It is at the intersection of County and Clayton streets in downtown Waukegan, near the county government complex. The library has approximately 205,000 books as of 2011, and recorded a total of 338,615 library visits in fiscal year 2005. In addition to its main location in downtown Waukegan, the library operates a branch in Hinkston Park, on the city's northwest side. In 2013, the Waukegan Public Library was selected as one of ten recipients of the National Medal for Museum and Library Service, "the nation's highest honor conferred on museums and libraries for service to the community and celebrates institutions that make a difference for individuals, families, and communities," awarded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The award was based on the library's successful work in providing literacy and ESL instruction. The library has also received the Public Library Association's Upstart Innovation Award on three occasions.

Location

1 N. Sheridan Rd.
Waukegan, Lake County, Illinois
42.36173, -87.82940

Categories

EDUCATIONARCHITECTURE
Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Waukegan Public Library listed on the National Register?

Waukegan Public Library was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 31, 2013.

What type of historic resource is Waukegan Public Library?

Waukegan Public Library is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Waukegan Public Library?

The period of significance for Waukegan Public Library is recorded as the industrial era.

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