300 East South Street – Carnegie Library in Union, S.C.

“A fine Carnegie Library for Union, S.C.”

City Directories and History: This magnificent structure was constructed in circa 1905 and is reported to be the earliest Carnegie Library in the state. The building cost the handsome sum of $10,000. to construct and the citizens of Union have supported the library with their tax dollars since the building was completed. The first librarian was Miss Nannie Porter.

Images(s) and information from: The Library of Congress – HABS Photo Collection

This historic library building is marked as dwelling #22 on the accompanying Sanborn Insurance Map from 1917.

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Images courtesy of photographer Bill Segars – 2007