La Crosse Public Library Archives Department
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The La Crosse Public Library Archives is full of resources for anyone interested in the history of the La Crosse area, as well as anyone researching their ancestors. Archives staff are available to assist with any questions you may have.
New Hours starting July 10!
Monday-Friday 9-4
Saturday 9-1
Sunday 1-5
Mission
The mission of the Archives and Local History Department of the La Crosse Public Library is to develop and promote a vital connection within the community between the past, present, and future by collecting, maintaining, and providing and promoting access to local historical and genealogical records.
Architectural Styles and Revivals: Romanesque Revival Homes
The Romanesque Revival was all about masses and large-scale forms. Most houses don't have the size to show the style well.
Architectural Styles and Revivals: Romanesque Revival Commercial Buildings
Commercial buildings were large enough to make use of the Romanesque Revival style. In La Crosse, the two largest use no decoration, while the smaller one uses relief sculpture to enliven the surface.
Architectural Styles and Revivals: Romanesque Revival Public Buildings
The Romanesque revival was based on church architecture, mostly in France and Spain, from the period of 950-1100 CE. The name means “like that in Rome” or in the Roman Empire.