South Omaha Public Library

The city's plan to erect a new library for the growing area of South Omaha began with the purchase of a lot at 23rd and M Streets in 1902 for $3,5000.

[1] He chose a Renaissance Revival style, reminiscent of a small Italian palazzo.

[1] Flanking both sides of the entrance were two arched windows, the larger with iron grating.

[1] There was solid oak woodwork throughout and the building was topped with a red clay tile roof.

[1] The building remained active until December 1953 when it was razed; a new library was built on the same site.