Our History:
The Bolton Public Library began in 1859 on a few shelves of what is now the Selectmens' Room at Town Hall. In 1901, Misses Emma and Anna Whitney presented a gift of $10,000 to the town to build a library in memory of their father, Captain Joseph Whitney. The cornerstone of the original building at 738 Main St. was set in 1903 and the library opened in 1904.
In 2010, the expanded library building opened its doors to patrons. Today, the library houses over 50,000 items including books, magazines, newspapers, music, audiobooks, and movies, and hosts e-books, e-magazines, and databases. The renovated library features a children’s room with storytime and craft space, a young adult area, a local history room, periodicals/reading room, and several quiet study areas. There are public computers for both adults and children as well as wifi access throughout the building.
Fall brings a new calendar of events to the community via the Bolton Public Library. The Library's full calendar is here: http://www.boltonpubliclibrary.org/calendar.html Here are some highlights: - Story and Craft time for kids meets every…
Read More »On Tuesday, July 19 the Bolton Public Library will be open from 10 a.m. until 11:45 a.m., closed 11:45 a.m. until 1:15 p.m., then open 1:15 p.m. through 8 p.m. The closure from 11:45-1:15 will allow the library staff to attend a meeting of all Town…
Read More »In July and August, the community is invited to view a new art exhibit by Muriel Locklin. Ms. Locklin, a resident of Teaticket MA, is showing "Years in the Making." This assembly of a lifetime adventures in travel and art includes monotypes and…
Read More »At the Bolton Public Library, we've planned a summer full of reading fun, adventures, and rewards for all ages (yes, adults, this includes you!). Summer reading programs for everyone start today (Tuesday, 6/28) and run through August. For more…
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