It is an important question. Here are a few answers.

– Because of the memories the building holds for so many or us.
– Because the town has lost so much recently.
– The town needs a place where people can gather and spend time together.
– It is a unique, beautiful, and important building, meant to last.
– To grow and be strong a community needs a cultural and civic center.

Do these make sense to you? Can you think of other answers?  We would like to hear from you. Please send us your comments below.
Is it important to preserve the Stewart Library Building? Why?