Half of stereocard showing exterior of Detroit Public Library on Gratiot Avenue between Library and Farmer Streets, between 1875 and 1921. Three-story brick building, with arched windows, bust of unknown figure carved into front, and steps leading to pillared entrance, lamps on either side of entraceway. Most of building is blocked by trees lining sidewalk. Printed on front: "2570 Public Library, Detroit, Mich."