Peabody Institute Library

The Peabody Institute Library is a public library in Danvers housed in a Georgian Revival structure with a modern addition that provides dedicated spaces for children and archival research. The collection includes approximately 150,000 items ranging from books to electronic resources and materials documenting local history.

The building opened in 1892 as a response to the community's need for a central repository of knowledge and learning resources. A major renovation in the 1980s added significant new space and allowed the library to meet expanding community demands.

The library serves as a gathering place where the community comes together for learning, performances, and literary events that shape local cultural life. Visitors can experience live music and theater alongside the everyday rhythm of reading and studying.

Visitors can use study rooms for focused work, access online resources and digital collections, and take advantage of museum passes that provide entry to cultural institutions across the Boston and Salem area. The children's section provides dedicated resources and programming spaces for younger visitors.

The Archival Center holds rare documents and manuscripts that tell the story of Salem Village and Danvers, offering researchers invaluable primary sources not found elsewhere. This collection draws history enthusiasts and scholars who come to explore local connections to the region's past.

Location: Danvers

Address: 15 Sylvan St, Danvers, MA 01923

Website: https://danverslibrary.org

GPS coordinates: 42.56166,-70.94100

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:02