Historical Marker
Lordsburg-Hidalgo Library
Lordsburg, Hidalgo County · New Mexico
The library had an earlier start than the panel gives: the Lordsburg Women's Club established it in 1919, and for years it moved among rooms in other public buildings and houses. The building Mrs. Fuller raised money for went up in 1936 and 1937 as a WPA cost-sharing project with the town and county, a single-story adobe with vigas carrying the roof, about 3,057 square feet, that at first also housed the health department and the justice of the peace. Apart from an enclosed courtyard it is little changed. It joined the National Register on February 4, 2004.
What the plaque says
Official Scenic Historic Marker Lordsburg-Hidalgo Library The Lordsburg-Hidalgo Library was founded in 1928 under the leadership of Bethel Vernon Fuller (1888-1976). Mrs. Fuller, president of the Library Board of Trustees from 1928-1969, raised funds to build the WPA Pueblo Revival style building, which was completed in 1937. The historic building continues to serve as a center of learning and library services. It is listed on both the State and National Registers.
Where it stands
32.35441, -108.73315 · Directions
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