Morrisville in Morristown in Lamoille County, Vermont — The American Northeast (New England)

Morristown Centennial Library
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#2 Dappled Canopy

7 Richmond Street

— 1912 / 2018 —

Morristown Centennial Library / #2 Dappled Canopy Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 3, 2024

1. Morristown Centennial Library / #2 Dappled Canopy Marker

Inscription. Morristown Centennial Library
1912 In 1910, the Town Of Morristown purchased this site, known as the Kelsey property, with the intention of building a library. The building received funding from industrialist Andrew Carnegie on March 18, 1911. The Morristown Public Library is one of only four Carnegie libraries built in Vermont.

Built in the Classical Revival style, a large portico supported by four Ionic columns creates a strong central focus. The arched doorway is flanked by Ionic columns and sidelight windows, and topped by a graceful fanlight. In the center of the pediment above the portico is an attractive circular window with muntins that create diamond-shaped panes. Ornamental brackets called modillions decorate the eaves and pediment.

#2 Dappled Canopy
2018
from a series of three
Gordon Auchincloss
Stainless steel Dappled Canopy, one in a series of arboreal-inspired sculptures designed to punctuate important Morrisville institutions, is composed of repeating lyrical geometries that offer gentle, interactive visuals throughout the day and in all seasons. It is an enduring symbol of the inherent beauty

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found in nature and Vermont. As part of the Morrisville Art Suite, Dappled Canopy provides a memorable place-making experience while also serving as a visual stepping stone to other exciting cultural offerings in Morrisville.
Sculpture funded by a generous grant from the Alexander H. Copley Trust

Erected 2018 by Morrisville Alliance for Culture and Commerce. (Marker Number 16.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Arts, Letters, Music • Education. In addition, it is included in the Carnegie Libraries, the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), and the Vermont, Morrisville History & Art Walk series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is March 18, 1911.

Location. 44° 33.72′ N, 72° 35.745′ W. Marker is in Morristown, Vermont, in Lamoille County. It is in Morrisville. It is at the intersection of Park Street and Richmond Street, on the right when traveling west on Park Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 7 Richmond St, Morrisville VT 05661, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Vermont’s

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 3, 2024

2. Morristown Centennial Library / #2 Dappled Canopy Marker

Green Mountains.

It is also in the American Northeast

and in New England.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Great North Woods,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Soldier's Monument & War Memorial / The Civil War Cannon (a few steps from this marker); The Governor's Mansion (within shouting distance of this marker); United Community Church of Morrisville (within shouting distance of this marker); H.H. Powers House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lamoille County Civic Center (about 500 feet away); Puffer United Methodist Church (about 500 feet away); River Arts Center (about 500 feet away); Fleetwood Block (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Morristown.

Regarding Morristown Centennial Library / #2 Dappled Canopy. From the Morristown Centennial Library:

The original library opened April 19, 1891, “to disseminate useful knowledge and to contribute in every proper way to the literary, moral, and educational welfare of the community.” It was located
via Morristown Centennial Library (Public Domain), circa 1900

3. Original Morristown Library
The top floor of this building was the library's home from 1891 to 1913, when Centennial Library opened.
on the top floor of the original bank building on Main Street. By 1910, the space used by the library was insufficient and the trustees decided to build a new facility. A grant was obtained by sending a simple one page letter to Andrew Carnegie. Along with additional donations and a pledge of continuing support from the town, the library as we know it was built on town land and opened in July 1913.

Also see . . . Morrisville Historic District (PDF). Updated National Register of Historic Places nomination that expanded the original district and added the library as a contributing property. (Prepared by John Johnson, 2007; via National Park Service) (Submitted on November 27, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Credits. This page was last revised on November 29, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 21, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 265 times since then and 109 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 21, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 3. submitted on November 27, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Morristown Centennial Library⎯⎯⎯#2 Dappled Canopy

7 Richmond Street

— 1912 / 2018 —

Morristown Centennial Library
⎯⎯⎯
#2 Dappled Canopy