Designing Cincinnati's Legendary Main Library: A Collaboration between Architect and Librarian

Thu Sep 18 2025 at 06:30 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-04:00

Downtown Main Library | Cincinnati

Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library
Publisher/HostCincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library
Designing Cincinnati's Legendary Main Library: A Collaboration between Architect and Librarian
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Designing Cincinnati's Legendary Main Library: A Collaboration between Architect Woodie Garber and Librarian Carl Vitz
In 1955, Cincinnati's new downtown library led the nation in modern design. Come hear the story of the two individuals who partnered on the project and overcame many obstacles to construct the first major library in America after World War II. One was the Queen City’s leading modernist architect and the other a librarian with a unique vision. Elizabeth Garber, daughter of Woodie and Robert Vitz, son of Carl, host this special 70th anniversary presentation.
Co-sponsored by Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library and Cf3, a non-profit organization focused on modern design in the Greater Cincinnati area.
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