The Detroit Public Library: An American Classic was written by Barbara Madgy Cohn and Patrice Rafail Merritt. Both have been running a tour of this Detroit gem for years and decided to put the information from their tour into a book. The book itself is a combination of full-color pictures and descriptions, explaining the meaning behind each mural, sculpture, and tile work. The book also shines a light on various local artists from the early 20th century, including the founders of Pewabic Pottery. The Detroit Public Library has a beautiful Pewabic fireplace mosaic, much like how we at the Clinton-Macomb Public Library have a Pewabic water fountain. However, I think the DPL's mosaic is prettier, and I don't say that lightly as a CMPL employee.
I definitely recommend reading this book then making a trip to the main branch of the Detroit Public Library. Need I remind you it's free?
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