Ripon in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
401 Watson Street
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, November 15, 2012
1. 401 Watson Street Marker
1905–1973 · Public Library (relocated)
1973–1996 · Pearl's House of Fashion
1996–Present · Accurate Controls
The majority of the money for the building of this library was given to the city by Andrew Carnegie. There was much dispute over where to place the Public Library, but the city board soon decided to build it at 401 Watson Street.
Erected 2004 by the Boy Scouts of America; Eagle Scout Project.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Carnegie Libraries series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1973.
Location. 43° 50.566′ N, 88° 50.32′ W. Marker is in Ripon, Wisconsin, in Fond du Lac County. Marker is at the intersection of Watson Street and Seward Street on Watson Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 401 Watson Street, Ripon WI 54971, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. First Baptist Church of Ripon (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Birthplace of Republican Party (about 600 feet away); Birthplace of the Republican Party (about 700 feet away); Ripon College (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Congregational Church of Ripon
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Also see . . .
1. Carnegie Library in Ripon. (Submitted on December 12, 2012.)
2. History of the Library. (Submitted on December 12, 2012.)
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, November 15, 2012
2. Marker and Former Library
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, November 15, 2012
3. Former Public Library
Credits. This page was last revised on December 7, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 12, 2012, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 498 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 12, 2012, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
