Looking southeast. Carnegie Library was constructed in 1904, costing $50,000 excluding stacks and moveable furnishings. Funded by a $50,000 grant from Andrew Carnegie. Number R-57037.
Looking southwest from corner of Main Street & Fifth Avenue. Number 922. The Colonial Theatre was built in 1902 and torn down in 1974. It originally held touring stage plays, special events and Grinnell College productions. Movies were added in the 30's
Looking west at Fourth Avenue from Broad Street with Merchants National Bank on northeast corner next to drug store. Number R-57041. The paving of streets in Grinnell started in 1909.
Looking southwest from Broad Street with water tower in background. Established in 1856, the glove factory was Grinnell's first industry which originally manufactured gauntlet gloves. The building now houses Grinnell College offices. Located at 733 Broad Street, Grinnell, Poweshiek County, Iowa. Number R-57048.
