Free Public Library of Petaluma, Petaluma
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Facts and practical information
The Free Public Library of Petaluma is a research library and history museum at 20 Fourth Street in Petaluma, Sonoma County, California, US. Built in 1904 as a Carnegie Free Library, it was designed by Brainerd Jones as his first major commission before the architect gained regional recognition. In the 1970s, it was re-purposed as a research library and historical museum, known as the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. ()
Built: 1904 (120 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 38°13'57"N, 122°38'24"W
Getting there by public transportation
Public transportation stops near this location
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- Calculate routePetaluma Depot 2 min walk
- Calculate routeEast Washington Street & Grey Street 7 min walk
- Calculate routePetaluma Boulevard North & Mary Street 8 min walk
- Calculate routePetaluma Downtown 11 min walk
Day trips
Free Public Library of Petaluma – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Helen Putnam Regional Park, Phoenix Theater, Petaluma Wildlife Museum, Old Petaluma Opera House.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Free Public Library of Petaluma?
Nearby attractions include Old Petaluma Opera House, Petaluma (5 min walk), Phoenix Theater, Petaluma (6 min walk), Wickersham Park, Petaluma (11 min walk), Petaluma Wildlife Museum, Petaluma (12 min walk).
How to get to Free Public Library of Petaluma by public transport?
The nearest stations to Free Public Library of Petaluma:
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- Petaluma Depot • Lines: 101, 101X, 72, 74 (2 min walk)
- East Washington Street & Grey Street • Lines: 101, 101X (7 min walk)
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- Petaluma Downtown (11 min walk)
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