Urbana, Illinois

Urbana (pronounced ) is a city located in Champaign County, Illinois. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 36,395. It is the county seat of Champaign County{{GR|6}}. The city was named after Urbana, Ohio. The current mayor is Laurel Prussing (2005—).

While in Urbana ...

Urbana Free Library

Housed in a beautiful historic building the Urbana Free Library graces the downtown area. A large addition in the same architectural style has just been completed.

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This library is one of the first public libraries in Illinois and was founded in 1874. The historic building which houses the library was built in 1918. A major new addition was opened in 2005.

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The library is publicly funded and receives additional support from about 600 people who have joined "The Friends of the Urbana Free Library".

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The library houses historical archives of Champaign County which can be used for genealogical research.

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Historic Lincoln Hotel

Connected to the indoor walking mall, Lincoln Square Mall, in the center of town is the historic Lincoln Hotel. It was built in 1924 in a mixture of classic European styles. It was completely remodeled in 1977 and a number of new rooms were added to the top floor. If no activities are going on the Great Hall dining room , the Library Hall dining room and the Alumni tap lounge are worth a visit.

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