America's Oldest County Library

Step into the timeless halls of the Brumback Library in Van Wert, Ohio—the nation’s first tax-supported county library, celebrating 125 years of serving its community with books, history, and heart. Built like a medieval castle, it still boasts original marble floors and bookcases honoring its founder, J.S. Brumback. From shipping crates to remote stores in the early 1900s to hosting WWII soldiers and their families, this library has adapted through every era. After a funding crisis in 2008, locals rallied to restore the property tax levy, proving their commitment. Now, with six branches, digital partnerships, and community events, the Brumback Library remains a living monument to the power of public knowledge—and the people who keep it alive. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/50346dcad048976e