Willard Library, Evansville

Name: Willard Library
Address: 21 N 1st Ave, Evansville, 47710-1294, United States
Telephone: +1 812-425-4309

#24 among attractions in Evansville

Library, Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Willard Library is a private donation library incorporated in 1881 to serve the city of Evansville, Indiana, and to carry out the terms of a private trust. The Willard Library houses a trove of local archives and genealogical materials in addition to its collection of standard publications. It is built in the Gothic Revival style, designed by James W. Reid. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. ()

Built: 1877 (147 years ago)Coordinates: 37°58'42"N, 87°34'26"W

Address

21 N 1st AveEvansville North Side (Jacobsville)Evansville 47710-1294 United States

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+1 812-425-4309

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Day trips

Willard Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ford Center, Bosse Field, Bally's Evansville, Alhambra Theatorium.

0.5 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Concerts and shows
Ford Center, Evansville
14 min walk • The Ford Center is a multi-use indoor arena in downtown Evansville, Indiana with a maximum seating capacity of 11,000. It officially opened in November 2011 and is mainly used for basketball, ice hockey, and music concerts.
1.2 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Bosse Field, Evansville
31 min walk • Bosse Field is a classic piece of Americana nestled in the heart of Evansville, Indiana. As one of the nation's oldest ballparks, this stadium has been a hub of activity since its opening in 1915. It's not just a place for sports fans; history buffs and architecture...
0.5 miSW
Hotel casino, Nightlife, Gambling
Bally's Evansville, Evansville
12 min walk • Bally's Evansville is a casino hotel and entertainment complex in downtown Evansville, Indiana, owned by Gaming and Leisure Properties and operated by Bally's Corporation. Originally named Casino Aztar, it was opened by Aztar Corporation in 1995 as the state's first casino. The name was changed to Tropicana Evansville in 2013.
1.2 miS
Concerts and shows, Entertainment, Theater
Alhambra Theatorium, Evansville
31 min walk • Alhambra Theatorium is a historic movie theater in the Haynies Corner Arts District of Evansville, Indiana. It was designed by Frank J. Schlotter and opened on September 27, 1913, as a movie theater. The Alhambra was one of many influenced by the Alhambra Palace in Spain.
0.5 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Victory Theatre, Evansville
12 min walk • The Victory Theatre is a 1,950 seat venue in Evansville, Indiana. It is home to the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and also hosts local ballet and modern dance companies, theatre companies, and touring productions.
~1640 ftS
Tower
Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse, Evansville
8 min walk • The Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse, often simply called the "Old Courthouse," was once the center of Vanderburgh County, Indiana government. Construction started in the spring of 1888 and was completed in November 1890. The building was ready to be occupied by the county government in early 1891.
0.5 miSE
Shopping, Department store, Colonial revival architecture
Montgomery Ward Building, Evansville
13 min walk • The Montgomery Ward Building is a historic department store building at 517-19 Main Street in Downtown Evansville, Indiana. It has three stories and was completed in 1933 in the Georgian Revival style.
0.6 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Old National Events Plaza, Evansville
16 min walk • The Old National Events Plaza is a 280,000-square-foot convention center and auditorium in Evansville, Indiana that consists of a 2,500-seat auditorium, a 38,000-square-foot exhibit hall, 14,000-square-foot ballroom, and 12 flexible 1,000-square-foot meeting rooms.
0.6 miNW
37°59'5"N • 87°34'51"W
Evansville Civic Theatre, Evansville
15 min walk • Concerts and shows, Performing arts, Theater
~1590 ftSE
Church
Salem's Baptist Church, Evansville
8 min walk • Salem's Baptist Church is a historic Baptist church located at 728 Court Street in downtown Evansville, Indiana. It was built in 1873, and is representative of Prairie School architecture. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
~840 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Zion Evangelical Church, Evansville
5 min walk • Zion Evangelical Church is a historic United Church of Christ church located in downtown Evansville, Indiana. It was built in 1855, and is a Gothic Revival style brick church. It features Gothic arched openings and an octagonal steeple.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Willard Library open?

Willard Library is open:

Monday 9 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 9 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Willard Library?

Nearby attractions include Zion Evangelical Church, Evansville (5 min walk), Willard Carpenter House, Evansville (7 min walk), St. John's United Church of Christ, Evansville (7 min walk), Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Coliseum, Evansville (7 min walk).

How to get to Willard Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Willard Library:

Bus

METS Bus Terminal Downtown • Lines: 4702 (10 min walk)