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Woonsocket Harris Public Library

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Woonsocket Harris Public Library, Rhode Island
Woonsocket Harris Public Library, Rhode Island

Woonsocket Harris Public Library is a public library at 303 Clinton Street in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Founded in 1866, it is Rhode Island's second public library. Founded by Edward Harris, the library was originally housed at the Harris Institute, which also included an auditorium for traveling lectures. This building has been adapted for use as Woonsocket City Hall. Harris was a major wool manufacturer and abolitionist; he used some of his wealth for philanthropic projects in Woonsocket.In 1974 the library moved to its current building, designed by Exeter architect William D. Warner; this was renovated in 2001.

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Woonsocket Harris Public Library
Clinton Street, Woonsocket

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Clinton Street 303
02895 Woonsocket
Rhode Island, United States
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