Goodrich Memorial Library

Goodrich Memorial Library is a public library in Newport built in Romanesque style with colored brick details and fireplaces throughout. The building houses reading areas, meeting rooms, and maintains both printed materials and digital resources for the community.

The building was funded and constructed in 1898 by Converse Goodhue Goodrich and his wife Almira as a gift to Newport. This gesture reflected the commitment of wealthy residents to education and community growth during the late 19th century.

The library serves as a gathering place where Newport residents come together for community events and local exhibitions. Visitors regularly encounter displays celebrating regional artists and hear about the stories that shaped the town.

The building is easy to find on Main Street and welcomes visitors during open hours. You can access computers, use wireless internet, and find quiet spaces to read or work.

Inside the building stands a tall glass case filled with preserved animals from different regions, including an alligator from Florida and a flying squirrel from Vermont. This unexpected collection tells stories about the natural world and draws the curiosity of many visitors.