National Register of Historic Places

Smyth Public Library

Candia, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Listed
September 12, 2007
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
07000948

About this property

Smyth Public Library refers to several buildings that have served as the public library of Candia, New Hampshire, United States. The current building, which opened in 2002, is located at 55 High Street. The previous library building at 194 High Street was constructed in 1932 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in September 2007, and the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places in April 2007. Early library history in Candia dates back to 1824 with the formation of the Candia Library Literary Society. Over the course of many years it changed its name, but there was always a lending library of some description.

Location

194 High St.
Candia, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
43.06318, -71.30226

Categories

EDUCATIONARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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

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When was Smyth Public Library listed on the National Register?

Smyth Public Library was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 12, 2007.

What type of historic resource is Smyth Public Library?

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

What is the period of significance for Smyth Public Library?

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

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