Purdy-Kresge Library, Detroit

Name: Purdy-Kresge Library
Address: Detroit, United States

#311 among attractions in Detroit

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Purdy-Kresge Library is a library on the main campus of Wayne State University and is the main research library for the social sciences, humanities, arts education, and business fields. The library is located at 5265 Cass Ave Detroit, Michigan 48202, across the street from the Detroit Public Library. Originally constructed as two separate libraries connected by a single hallway in 1950, the library is now known as one library. The Purdy/Kresge Library offers a traditional library atmosphere, housing a large print collection as well as over 60 computers, and ample study space. ()

Coordinates: 42°21'16"N, 83°4'2"W

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Cass Corridor (Midtown)Detroit United States

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Purdy-Kresge Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Detroit Institute of Arts, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, Detroit Historical Museum.

0.4 miNE
Large art museum displaying global works
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Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit
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~1540 ftE
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Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, Detroit
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~1950 ftN
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Detroit Historical Museum, Detroit
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~1450 ftN
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Detroit Public Library, Detroit
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Scarab Club, Detroit
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~1330 ftS
Neighbourhood
West Canfield Historic District, Detroit
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Orchestra Hall, Detroit
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Church
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Detroit, Detroit
4 min walk • The First Unitarian-Universalist Church of Detroit is a historic church building at 4605 Cass Ave. in Detroit, Michigan. It was built in 1916 and is attached to the historic Perry McAdow House.
~1600 ftW
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Saint Andrew's Memorial Episcopal Church, Detroit
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Purdy-Kresge Library?

Nearby attractions include Wayne State University Buildings, Detroit (1 min walk), Warren–Prentis Historic District, Detroit (1 min walk), Old Main, Detroit (2 min walk), Hilberry Theatre, Detroit (2 min walk).

How to get to Purdy-Kresge Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Purdy-Kresge Library:

Bus

Cass / Forest • Lines: 16, 89 (3 min walk)
Warren / 2nd • Lines: 08, 851, 89 (3 min walk)

Tram

Warren Avenue • Lines: QLine (7 min walk)
Canfield Street • Lines: QLine (9 min walk)

Train

Detroit (25 min walk)