Nokomis

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Located near Lakes Nokomis and Hiawatha, this is the only Minneapolis Public Library named after a character from literature: the Iroquois maiden Nokomis from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's epic poem, The Song of Hiawatha. In keeping with the theme, the building's peaked roof design suggests a low tepee.

Building Facts

Built 1968; 13,400 sq. ft.; parking lot entered from 51st St.

Special Features

"Wind and Water" chime that reflects the image of nearby Minnehaha Falls; center "loft" for quiet reading; home improvement section funded by the neighborhood.