“Duluth Stories” by David Ouse

Retired Duluth Reference Librarian David Ouse’s book, “Duluth Stories,” contains captivating tales that would astonish even the most devoted local historian. Within its pages, David shares incredible stories about our beloved Zenith City.

Purchase your copy today and know that 100% of all sales will go directly to the Duluth Library Foundation.

If purchasing more than 3 copies of the book, enter the total cost in other (each book costs $17.95). 

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Bequests, naming the foundation in your will, trust or beneficiary designation, can provide a legacy of charitable support.

Life insurance
Life insurance through a gift of a policy no longer needed, provides support as well as a potential charitable tax deduction. Donors can also name the foundation as a life insurance beneficiary.

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Gifts to the Duluth Library Foundation are cumulative.

We recognize donors with a nameplate that is affixed to the donor wall. The Foundation donor wall is located on the upper floor of the downtown Duluth Public Library.

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