Central Library (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
Central Library | |
Milwaukee Central Library | |
| Location | 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
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| Coordinates | 43°2′22″N 87°55′21″W / 43.03944°N 87.92250°W |
| Built | 1895 |
| Architect | Ferry & Clas |
| Architectural style | Renaissance, Renaissance Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 74000101 |
| Added to NRHP | December 30, 1974 |
The Central Library is the headquarters for the Milwaukee Public Library System as well as for the Milwaukee County Federated Library System. Designated a Milwaukee Landmark in 1969, the building remains one of Milwaukee's most monumental public structures.
Today, the Central Library occupies almost the entire building with 3 exceptions: the headquarters for the Milwaukee County Federated Library System; the Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library; and Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancement.