210 N. Carroll St.
Built 1874-75
Demolished
April 21, 1874
In his inaugural address, Pinney urges the council to establish and support a free public
library, starting with the 3,500 volumes offered by the Madison Institute, the private
library that Mayor Keyes allowed to set up shop in the treasurer's office in City Hall eight
years prior. November 21, 1874: Council adopts ordinance establishing the Madison Free Library.
May 31, 1875
City Hall ceremonies opening Madison Free Library.
