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Waterloo Library and Historical Society, and Terwilliger Museum
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31 East Williams Street, |
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| The building that houses the Waterloo Library & Historical Society was built in 1880 and is an example of Queen Anne style of architecture. The Waterloo Library was the first public library in the state to be built specifically as a library and lecture hall and is the oldest library building in the state that has had continuous use. Its benefactor was Thomas Fatzinger, a prominent Waterloo businessman. Recently restored Fatzinger Hall on the Library's second floor seats 140, and hosts Spring and Fall programs featuring dance, theatre productions, music and public lectures. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Current Hours: Monday - Friday |
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Terwilliger Museum
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| An annex of the Waterloo Library, Terwilliger Museum was opened in 1960. It was named for Waterloo resident Charles P. Terwilliger whose will provided a substantial bequest for the purpose of establishing a museum. A trip through the Terwilliger Museum is a journey through the history and development of Waterloo. Photographs and maps from as early as 1806 depict the lay of the land and give a sense of what life was like in the village at the turn of the century. Visitors will see a replica of a general store, authentic full-sized vehicles, Native American artifacts and a display of Waterloo firsts, including pianos and organs manufactured in Waterloo. Currency, antique guns, medical instruments, dolls and a unique display of early funeral customs are a sampling of other exhibits. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Fire Fighting Apparatus and the Country Store Displays
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The Cabin Period Room
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We are open:
Tuesday through Friday 1 - 4 pm |
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For more information or for special group tours contact
Nancy Newland, Executive Director at 315-539-3313 |
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