Kennedy Library - Gary, IN - John F. Kennedy on Waymarking.com

This building served as the branch for more than twenty years without alteration until the early 1960's when Glen Park's population again increased. Completed in 1966, the expansion nearly tripled Kennedy in size. The architect achieved symmetry and balance between the old building and the new addition in an interesting way. The old building, which was incorporated in the design, was "hidden" with a new facade. The new addition featured full length window openings to create a columnar effect while the 1938 building was partially hidden by a series of granite blocks, separated just enough to recreate the columnar effect. Then, as a finishing touch, the old and new sections were joined by a protruding semicircular structure of rusticated blocks.

Waymark Type: Named place or building Address: 3935 Broadway Gary, IN USA Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]

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