Manchester in Washtenaw County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Manchester Township Library / James A. Lynch House

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, March 3, 2021

1. Manchester Township Library / James A. Lynch House Marker

Inscription. Manchester Township Library In 1838, one year after Michigan attained statehood, Manchester Township established its library, one of the first township libraries in Michigan. During the early years the township clerk maintained the collection. In 1900 the township decided to rent quarters for the library and to hire a librarian. It was housed in various locations including the Mahrle Building on Adrian Street. In 1934 the township purchased the former James A. Lynch House as a permanent location.

James A. Lynch House Junius Short constructed this house around 1867 for his eldest daughter, Elma (1844 - 1928), and his son-in-law, Dr. James A. Lynch (1837 - 1917), a physician. Lynch shared ownership of a pharmacy with John D. Van Duyn. The wood-frame house's cube shape, bracketed cornice and segmental and round-arched windows reflect the Italianate style, popular in the 1870s. In 1934, Manchester Township purchased the house for $1,200 from the descendants of Junius Short for use as a library.

Erected 1988 by Bureau of History, Michigan Department of State. (Marker Number L1384.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers.

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In addition, it is included in the Michigan Historical Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1867.

Location. 42° 8.95′ N, 84° 2.509′ W. Marker is in Manchester, Michigan, in Washtenaw County. Marker is at the intersection of North Washington Street and West Main Street, on the left when traveling north on North Washington Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 202 W Main St, Manchester MI 48158, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Manchester's Village Green (within shouting distance of this marker); Veteran's Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Saint Mary Church (within shouting distance of this marker); George Washington (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Fountain-Bessac House (about 400 feet away); The German Church (about 500 feet away); Manchester's Old Burying Ground (about 500 feet away); Founding Members of Immanuel United Evangelical Church (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manchester.

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, March 3, 2021

2. Manchester Township Library / James A. Lynch House Marker

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Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, March 25, 2021

3. Manchester Township Library / James A. Lynch House

Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, March 25, 2021

4. Manchester Township Library / James A. Lynch House Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on September 10, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 4, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 234 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 4, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.