Architecture of Birmingham

1905 – Unbuilt design for Erdington Council House & Library, Birmingham, Warwickshire

Architect: J.P. Osbourne

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The library was a joint project funded by Andrew Carnegie and the local council on land provided by the council. While the library was constructed, the townhall with its tower was not continued with.

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Published June 24, 2009 | Last Updated October 25, 2025

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