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125th Anniversary logo2007 marks Saint Paul Public Library's 125th year of service to the community. Celebrate all year long with parties at every branch, a chance to share your memories of the library, and other special events.

History

The first Rice Street branch of the Saint Paul Public Library opened on March 1, 1952. It was located just south of the present building.

Fifty years later, the building at the present location, 1011 Rice St., was opened in 2002.

Photo Album

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Interior of the Rice Street Branch, opened March 1, 1952

Interior of the Rice Street Branch,
opened March 1, 1952

Perrie Jones speaking at the dedication of the Rice Street branch library.

Librarian Perrie Jones speaking at the dedication
of the Rice Street branch library.
March 1, 1952

 

Exterior of the Rice Street branch, 1952.

Exterior of the Rice Street branch, 1952.

 

  

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