Derby Public Library to commemorate birthday of H. Harcourt Wood

Holton Harcourt Wood

DERBY - The Derby Public Library will commemorate the birthday of Holton Harcourt Wood, the young boy in whose memory the Library was built.  The Library will be decorated with flowers in compliance with his father Col. H. Holton Wood's request, which he made at the dedication of the Library in 1902. This time-honored tradition has become well known over the years, not only throughout the Valley, but well beyond. The public is invited to visit throughout the day for refreshments and to learn more about the history of the Library.  For information, visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org or call the Reference Desk, 203-736-1482. The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St. This information is shared from the Library's website.