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106 WASHINGTON AVE

Historic Name:
Oshkosh Public Library

Other Name:

Reference Number:
31441

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Property Location

Location (Address)

106 WASHINGTON AVE

County

Winnebago

City/Village

Oshkosh

Township

Unincorporated community

Town

Range

Direction

Section

Quarter Section

Quarter Quarter Section

Property Features

Year Built

1900

Additions

1919, 1995

Survey Date

1999,2005,2015

Historic Use

library

Architectural Style

Neoclassical/Beaux Arts

Structural System

Wall Material

Stone - Unspecified

Architect

William Waters (1900)

Other Buildings On Site

N

Demolished

No

Demolished Date

Additional Comments

A 'site file' exists for this property. It contains additional information such as correspondence, newspaper clippings, or historical information. It is a public record and may be viewed in person at the Wisconsin Historical Society, State Historic Preservation Office. The Public Library is an impressive example of Beaux Arts Classicism. The facade is dominated by a pedimented portico, supported by six colossal columns. Above this rises a low dome. The addition of two one story wings has resulted in a new circulation plan which eliminates the monumental stair as the main entrance. This building represents the first public library in the City of Oshkosh. The private library association which was its immediate predecessor dates back to 1868. Additional information can be found on pages 107-8 of the Intensive Survey Report. Bronze lions in front of original entrance - separate record. A major addition was completed on the building in 1995, funded by local donations. A centennial celebration is planned for the spring of 1999. (D). Several additions have been erected to sides and rear of original library, compromising integrity of building.

Bibliographic References

(A) OSHKOSH NORTHWESTERN 10/9/1994. (B) KARSTEADT, OSHKOSH 100 YEARS A CITY, P. 24. (C) Guide to William Waters' Work in Oshkosh. (D) December 1998 phone conversation with Joan Miller, Assistant Director in charge of remodelling. A Compilation of Articles Pertaining to the Works of Architect William Waters, 2000.

National And State Register Of Historic Places Listings

National/State Register Listing Name

Washington Avenue Neoclassical District

National Register Listing Date

Apr 10, 2017

State Register Listing Date

Dec 02, 2016

Contributing

Yes

library Neoclassical/Beaux Arts

Winnebago
County

Oshkosh
Community

1900-1909
Decade

National and State Register Listing

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