Priestley-Forsyth Memorial Library
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| Location | 100 King Street, Northumberland, Pennsylvania |
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| Coordinates | 40°53′20.31″N 76°47′36.75″W / 40.8889750°N 76.7935417°W |
| Built | 1820 |
| Architectural style | Federal |
| NRHP reference No. | 81000554 |
| Added to NRHP | September 11, 1981[1] |
The Priestley-Forsyth Memorial Library, also known as the Dr. Joseph Priestley House or Cross Keys Inn, in Northumberland, Pennsylvania, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1981.[1]
History and architectural features
[edit]This historic library building was originally erected and operated as an inn in 1820. It was purchased circa 1880 by the theologian and scientist Joseph Priestley's great-grandson, Dr. Joseph Priestley, who used it as a home and medical office. It was converted into a public library circa 1925.[2]
It is located at 100 King Street in Northumberland, at the corner of Front Street (Route 11). It is within the Northumberland Historic District, which also includes the Joseph Priestley House.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. January 23, 2007.
- ^ Elizabeth A. G. Renn (November 5, 1980). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory-Nomination: Dr. Joseph Priestley House / Cross Keys Inn / Priestley-Forsyth Memorial Library" (pdf). National Park Service.
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External links
[edit]- Official site: Priestley-Forsyth Memorial Library
- Original application for National Register of Historic Places: [1]
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