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Give History a Lift!

Posted on March 14, 2022March 14, 2022 by admin

Today, Watertown’s Carnegie Library is maintained and occupied by the Codington County Historical Society and is used as a community Museum.  This beautiful historic building is located in the heart of Downtown Watertown and many local residents still refer to it as “The Library.”  It was built with a grant from the Carnegie Foundation in 1903.

When Andrew Carnegie was using his fortune to give people all around the world the opportunity to read and learn he included some standard features.  One was a large staircase. 

The entry staircase symbolized a person’s elevation by learning. Most libraries also had a lamp post or lantern installed near the entrance, meant as a symbol of enlightenment.

At the Historical Society we are big fans of historic architecture. We love this historic building, but we don’t like that the stairs form a barrier for some people who want to visit.

The Plan

In order to maintain the historic architecture of the building we have chosen a lift that will not be directly attached to the building.  The project will include concrete work to prepare for the lift, installation of the lift and then building a structure around the lift to protect it from South Dakota winters.

Please consider donating today to help us provide a lift so people of all abilities can join us.

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Roger Whittle

Shelly Alvine

Kris Fey

Jon Iverson

Dana Lindner

Joy Nelson

Time Oviatt

Sue Pearson

Michael Heuer

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Our Mission

The mission of the Codington County Historical Society and Heritage Museum is to collect, preserve and disseminate the history of the county in order to educate the community and stimulate an appreciation for our local history.

Our Hours

WINTER HOURS
September – May
Monday – Friday
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
​Second Sunday of Each Month
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

SUMMER HOURS
June, July & August
Monday – Friday
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
​Saturdays
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Visitors are encouraged to wear a mask.  Occupancy will be limited to protect visitors, staff and volunteers.

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27 1st Avenue SE
Watertown, SD 57201
Tel: 605-886-7335
Christy@CCHSMuseum.org

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