Brantford in Brant County, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Judge Alexander David Hardy
1859-1951
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 24, 2022
1. Judge Alexander David Hardy Marker
to the memory of
Judge Alexander David Hardy
1859 — 1951
who was instrumental in obtaining the
Andrew Carnegie Grant for the erection of
this library which was opened to the public
in 1904
Erected 1956.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Education • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Carnegie Libraries series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.
Location. 43° 8.454′ N, 80° 15.744′ W. Marker is in Brantford, Ontario, in Brant County. Marker is on George Street just south of Wellington Street, on the left when traveling south. Marker is on the north side of the Wilfred Laurier University Carnegie Building staircase. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 73 George Street, Brantford ON N3T 2Y3, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Park Baptist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Victoria Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Thayendanegea (Joseph Brant) (within shouting distance of this marker); The Founding of Brantford (within shouting distance of this marker); Brant County Court House
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Regarding Judge Alexander David Hardy. Canadian Register of Historic Places (1978/08/08).
From the Canadian Register Statement of Significance:
In classic Carnegie Library fashion, the Beaux Arts style of the building is evident through the many distinct architectural elements. These elements include the long, hipped roof with a large portico supported by cement Ionic columns. A dome above the portico completes and greatly enhances the Beaux Arts style. An embossed Latin verse located above the main entrance, translates to: “I have erected a monument more lasting than bronze”.
Also see . . .
1. Carnegie Library, Brantford.
The Carnegie Library is significant for its association with Andrew Carnegie, an American industrialist and philanthropist. Carnegie had a life-long interest in the establishment of free libraries as a means for(Submitted on February 7, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)self-education, and provided funds for a total of 2,509 libraries, 125 of which were in Canada. In 1902, upon request by officials of the City of Brantford, Mr. Carnegie donated $30,000 towards the creation of a building that would house the Brantford Public Library. Typically the Carnegie Foundation gave grants of $5,000-$10,000, therefore the donation of $30,000 was quite significant. It is considered to be one of the few remaining Carnegie libraries of such size and expense in Canada.Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 24, 20222. Wilfred Laurier University Carnegie Building
(northwest elevation)(inscription is on north side of staircase)
2. Carnegie’s Canadian Libraries.
A little over a century ago, American philanthropist Andrew Carnegie laid the groundwork for today's modern information network by donating millions of dollars toward the design, construction and continuing development of libraries in Canada and around the world. One example of an Ontario Carnegie Library built in the Beaux-Arts style is the spectacular two-and-a-half storey building located at 73 George Street in Brantford. Built in 1902, and designed by the architectural firm Stewart, Stewart, and Taylor, the building is one of the focal points of Victoria Park Square in downtown Brantford.(Submitted on February 7, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 24, 2022
3. Wilfred Laurier University Carnegie Building (west elevation)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 6, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 80 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 7, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
