cf3 event: designing cincinnati's legendary main library

In honor of our 20^th Anniversary, cf3 partnered with Cincinnati Public Library to bring you…

Designing Cincinnati's Legendary Main Library:

A Collaboration between Architect Woodie Garber and Librarian Carl Vitz

70 years ago, in1955, Cincinnati's new downtown library led the nation in modern design for public libraries. Join us on September 18th and hear the tale of two visionaries who partnered on a massive project: to construct the first major US public library after World War II. Woodie Garber, one of the Queen City ’s leading modernist architects, and librarian Carl Vitz closely collaborated-- and faced many challenges to produce the library we know and enjoy today.

We are thrilled to host speakers Elizabeth Garber, daughter of Woodie and Robert Vitz, son of Carl, for this special anniversary presentation.

Co-sponsored by cf3 and Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library.

Please RSVP by September 13^th. Directions for entrance will be sent upon registration.

When: Thursday September 18^th, 2025

Time: 6:30 PM