Sparta Free Library | |
 Sparta Free Library | |
| Location | 124 West Main St. Sparta, Wisconsin |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 43°56′41″N90°48′43″W / 43.94463°N 90.81203°W |
| Built | 1902 |
| Architect | Schick & Roth |
| Architectural style | Classical Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 81000051 |
| Added to NRHP | September 3, 1981 |
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Prior to the construction of this building, the Sparta Free Library was housed in multiple buildings. The funds to build the structure were provided by Andrew Carnegie. [2]
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