Jervis Public Library

Jervis Public Library is a historic library building located in Rome in Oneida County, New York. It was built in 1858 as the residence of John B. Jervis (1795–1885). The original house is a rectangular, 2 12-story brick structure with a slate-covered gable roof and cupola. The facade features a 2-story portico supported by four massive Doric order brick columns. A 2-story library extension was added in 1926 and in 1967 a modern library facility was added. Also on the property is a 2-story carriage house built about 1860.[2]

Jervis Public Library
Location613 N. Washington St.
Rome, New York
Coordinates43°13′7″N 75°27′16″W
Area2.2 acres (0.89 ha)
Built1858
ArchitectJervis, John Bloomfield
Architectural styleMid 19th Century Revival
NRHP reference No.82001208[1]
Added to NRHPNovember 4, 1982

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.[1]

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