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History of Lansdale Library

  • Early library photo

    Early library photo
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    1928-1948

  • Lansdale Library Association formed.

  • "Formal opening and inspection of the new library quarters" one room in borough building on Courtland St.

  • Library expands to two rooms

  • Articles of Incorporation

  • Library in 1949

    Library in 1949
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    1949-1969

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    1952-1960 - Elva May Smith is first full-time librarian

  • Voters approve one-mill property tax support for the library.

  • Library opens its new building at Vine St and Montgomery Ave.

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    1960-1967 - Mrs Richard C Mallery librarian

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    1968-1997 Peter Manakos Library Director

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    1970-1990

  • The Library becomes an agency of Lansdale Borough.

  • Library in 1972

    Library in 1972
  • The Library moves to its current location.

  • Non-resident membership $15.00

  • Current library

    Current library
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    1994-2013

  • Library renovated with addition for Children's and Teen section.

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    1998-2000 Debbie Aherns library director

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    2000-2008 Anne Frank library director

  • December 2000 - Library reorganizes with Lansdale Borough Council appointed as Library Board

  • Library launches website www.lansdalelibrary.org.

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    2009-present Tom Meyer library director