About Morton Memorial Library (Rhinecliff, New York)
Historic Architecture, Architecture, Interesting Places, Other Buildings And Structures
The Morton Memorial Library is an historic structure along Kelly Street in the hamlet of Rhinecliff, New York, just east of the Hudson River. The building, constructed in 1905, occupies most of its small village lot less than 1 acre (0.40 ha) in size. It is situated on a slight knoll facing west. The library is a one-story brick civic building designed in the Colonial Revival style. Throughout its interior, restrained oak wordwork is preserved in a variety of features including wainscoting, trim around windows and doors, and mantelpieces. It is considered an historically significant example of public architecture in Rhinecliff. In the early nineteenth century, it served as a center for education and culture within the area. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on July 9, 1987.
