The front projection houses the main entrance, which is deeply recessed in an opening that has flanking pilasters and two fluted Ionic columns set in antis.

The interior retains many original features, including mosaic tile flooring, a red marble fireplace, and Corinthian columns supporting the dome.

[2] Meriden's first library was established in 1898 by the Thursday Morning Club, an association of local women, and was kept in a private home.

In 1900 August Munson Curtis offered to buy land and fund construction of a dedicated building.

This building was completed in 1903, and was dedicated in honor of Curtis' daughter Agnes and husband George; he was a prominent industrial executive and also served as mayor of the city.