Hornell Public Library
Hornell, NY
May 20, 2023
Investigators on site: Jennifer, Tracy and Tim along with Joanne and Matt as observers
Library History The following article was found in the Hornell Evening Tribune dated March 28, 1911. The new Hornell Free Library, one of the most complete of its kind in Western New York was formally opened to the public last evening. The exercises incidental to the opening were held in the Assembly Hall in the basement and were attended by about 100 people, including members of the Hornell Library Association, the Common Council, faculties of the City Schools, and the clergy. George T. Rehn, chairman of the Board of Managers, presided and Mrs. B.R. Wakeman, vice-president of the Library Association formally presented the Library to the City. Mayor F.J. Nelson accepted the gift on behalf of the City. The new library is located on Genesee Street and faces Hakes Avenue. The building is one and one-half stories in height with basement and is constructed of white pressed brick. There is an assembly room in the basement with a seating capacity of 150, rooms for committee meetings and general library purposes.
Claims of activity:
Patrons of the library have claimed to see an apparition of a woman near the Thatcher room - asking them if they need assistance. It has been reported to be as life like as interacting with another living human being. Other claims revolve around the staircase of the original structure. People see shadows and hear footsteps as if someone is coming up or down the stairs.
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