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Library Director Dr. Doug Raber welcomes the public to the dedication ceremony. To his left is Board Trustee Mary Ann Neal, who spent 18 years advocating for the library.
(Photo by Diane Dengate)
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Foundation and Dedication:
1884: The library was established when Mrs. Anna Eliza Safford presented the building to the citizens of Cairo as a memorial to her late husband, A.B. Safford, who had passed away in 1877. The dedication took place on July 19, 1884, marking the beginning of the library's service to the community.
Architectural and Historical Significance:
Architectural Style: The A.B. Safford Memorial Library is an outstanding example of Queen Anne architecture, constructed in red brick with elements like leaded stained glass windows and ornate woodwork. The building's design includes two niches at the entrance, housing statues of Clio, the Greek Muse of History, and Concordia, the Roman goddess of peace, presented to Mrs. Safford by the citizens of Cairo in gratitude for the library.
Cultural Items: The library contains a wealth of cultural artifacts, including antique documents, rare books, and art, like a purported Raphael painting (though later identified as a 17th-century work), and a Tiffany grandfather clock, one of only three of its kind ever produced.
Community and Educational Impact:
Service and Collections: Over the years, the library has served as a vital community resource, providing access to over 50,000 books and hosting various cultural events. It has maintained a focus on education, with historical collections pertinent to Cairo and Alexander County, including American Civil War documents.
Notable Features: The interior includes significant historical items such as a desk from President Andrew Jackson's time at the Bank of the United States, a two-hundred-seat auditorium for community events, and a collection of paintings and sculptures, enhancing its cultural significance.
Preservation and Challenges:
Historical Recognition: The library is part of Cairo's historical narrative, contributing to the city's designation in the Cairo Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979.
Maintenance and Funding: While the library has been a source of pride and a cultural landmark, its maintenance has relied heavily on private donations and bequests, given the limited city support. Organizations like the Cairo Historical Preservation Project, Inc., have been involved in efforts to preserve such historical gems in Cairo.
This is part of the buffet lunch put on by the local pastors at the Mt.
Wilhelm Backpacker's Hotel in Kundiawa for some of the Kuman Bible
dedication guests.
On March 22, 2012, U.S. Ambassador Mark H. Gitenstein officially dedicated the new Embassy in Bucharest, Romania. The ceremony included a ribbon-cutting and the unveiling of a plaque that has been placed on the main entrance to the Embassy. The keynote speaker for the event was Delaware Attorney General Joseph R. "Beau" Biden, III. Also speaking were Romanian Prime Minister Mihai Ungureanu, Senate President Vasile Blaga and the Managing Director of Operations for the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations Leo Hession. Young Romanian pianist Mihai Ritivoiu performed as well (Lucian Crusoveanu / Public Diplomacy Office)
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The 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Bladensburg and Monument Dedication. by Jay Baker at Bladensburg, MD.
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The Alton Godfrey Rotary Club invited the public to the dedication of the riverboat mural at the corner of Broadway and Henry Street today. The scene was painted on the side of the River Bend Head Start and Family Services Building over the summer months.
This morning children were invited to stamp a design on the bottom of the mural, which put the finishing touches on the project. Muralist Rip Kastaris says it's been a great experience working with artist Mike Eckhard and the members of the Rotary Club.
The Naming and Dedication of Fredrick Awuah Akuffo held at the Church of Pentecost on October 4, 2020 in Trenton New Jersey
King County Parks in collaboration with the University of Washington transforms underused Skyway Park into vibrant community gathering place.
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