Grafton library remains a complex symbol of hate, patriotism

June 16, 2020

GRAFTON — Nestled in Ozaukee County, Grafton is as about as tranquil as any of the more far-flung suburbs ringing the city of Milwaukee.

Thirty-two years ago, however, the small village was home to one of the biggest controversies southeastern Wisconsin has ever seen.

And it all had to do with a library.

In 1987, village of officials began a campaign to raise money for a much-needed new library.

The Grafton Organization for Library Donations, a group of a citizens tasked with collecting the funds, kicked off the effort, according to the Ozaukee County Guide, by allowing donors of various amounts to name the new library’s rooms, wings and eventually the building itself.

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