An independent nonprofit 501c3 history center.
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Edna Brown
Edna Brown was born in 1875. As a child her parents did not allow her to visit the public library due to her poor health and the perception of germs at the public library. Regardless, she grew to love libraries and went on to receive a degree in Library Science from New York State Library School. Once she graduated she was employed as the head librarian at Memorial Hall Library in Andover.
During her tenure there she was responsible for a number of worthwhile changes. She added a children’s room, increased library hours, oversaw a major addition in 1957, increased the book volume from 17,000 to 100,000 and so much more.
On top of this, she wrote over 15 books in here lifetime. Some of her most popular, which you can still find at Memorial Library, include "How many miles to Babylon?" and "Four Gordons."
Without Edna Brown, the Memorial Hall Library would not be where it is today, providing access to resources to create a new generation of book lovers.
Preserving the pastEducating for the future
Connecting with our community
Preserving the past
Educating for the future
Connecting with our community
Andover Center for History & Culture
97 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
978-475-2236
Andover Center for History & Culture
97 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
978-475-2236
The History Center is funded by individual, foundation, and corporate donations and receives no Town of Andover funding.
Show your commitment to Andover's history by donating today.
The History Center is funded by individual, foundation, and corporate donations and receives no Town of Andover funding.
Show your commitment to Andover's history by donating today.
Show your commitment to Andover's history by donating today.
