Studio Rhode Woonsocket
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| Occupation | Public Library |
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| Location | Woonsocket, Rhode Island |
| Introduction | The Woonsocket Harris Public Library is located along the banks of the historical Blackstone River at 303 Clinton Street in Woonsocket, RI. The library was originally known as the Harris Institute Library and opened its doors to the general public on October 3, 1868. The Harris Institute Library has the distinction of being the first public library in the state of Rhode Island. The library was located directly below Harris Hall where Abraham Lincoln delivered an anti-slavery address in 1860. The founder of the library was Mr. Edward Harris, a noted Woonsocket woolen manufacturer and philanthropist. |