National Register of Historic Places

Eckhart Public Library and Park

Auburn, De Kalb County, Indiana
Listed
November 20, 1981
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
81000009

About this property

Eckhart Public Library and Park is a historic library building and public park located at Auburn, Indiana. The library was built in 1911, and is a two-story, glazed brick building with Bungalow / American Craftsman design elements. It has a gable roof, round arched windows, and sits on a raised basement faced with Bedford limestone. The library and park were donated by Charles Eckhart. Located in the park is a contributing fountain added in 1918. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1981. The Eckhart Public Library remains in operation today as one of four libraries serving Dekalb County.

Location

603 S. Jackson St.
Auburn, De Kalb County, Indiana
41.36391, -85.05764

Categories

EDUCATIONARCHITECTURESOCIAL HISTORY
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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When was Eckhart Public Library and Park listed on the National Register?

Eckhart Public Library and Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 20, 1981.

What type of historic resource is Eckhart Public Library and Park?

Eckhart Public Library and Park is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Eckhart Public Library and Park?

The period of significance for Eckhart Public Library and Park is recorded as the industrial era.

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