17: Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library - 2008, 400 North Market Boulevard

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The city hall and the Carnegie Public Library were constructed in the triangle bound by Market Boulevard, Cascade Avenue, Washington Avenue, and Park Street in 1910 to anchor the downtown. Both buildings were damaged by the earthquake in 1949 but were rebuilt shortly thereafter. Both structures were demolished on September 10, 2007 due to age and seismic problems and replaced with this classic Carnegie inspired Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library in 2008. The library features a drive-through window - the first in the state. The beautiful fountain is a replica of the fountain that stood near the intersection of Chehalis and Pacific Avenues.