Chidsey Library
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Alternative namesChidsey Building
TypeGovernment library
Architectural style
| Chidsey Library | |
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 Front of Chidsey Library | |
 Interactive map of the Chidsey Library area | |
| Alternative names | Chidsey Building |
| General information | |
| Type | Government library |
| Architectural style | |
| Location | 701 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida, United States |
| Coordinates | 27°20′32″N 82°32′51″W / 27.3423°N 82.5476°W |
| Named for | John and Ida Chidsey |
| Construction started | May 12, 1941[1] |
| Inaugurated | November 13, 1941 |
| Owner | Sarasota |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 2 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architects |
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| Architecture firm | Martin Studio of Architecture |
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| NRHP reference No. | 11000241[2] |
| Added to NRHP | May 4, 2011 |
The Chidsey Library or Chidsey Building is a historic building located in Sarasota, Florida, at 701 North Tamiami Trail. The building was home to the city's first public library from 1941 to 1976.
