• Princeton Public Library (Old Post Office) - Princeton WV
    The gorgeous Art Deco former post office in Princeton, West Virginia was built in 1934-5 with Treasury Department funds. Construction experienced early setbacks arising from funding issues. The building's dedication took place on October 5, 1935. In 1935 landscaping bids were sought, to wit: "The bids are for furnishing labor and materials, seeding and planting the grounds. Eight red bud trees, four Chinese elms, two white fringe trees, 12 mock orange trees and Japanese barberry hedge are to be planted." Since August 28, 2010 the historic facility has served a second life as the Princeton Public Library. It is now listed on...