Portsmouth Public Library

Portsmouth Public Library is a public library located at the corner of Parrott Avenue and Middle Street, serving the community with reading materials and digital resources. It provides educational programs, genealogy workshops, and research assistance from its staff.

The library was founded in 1896 and initially served the community from the Portsmouth Academy building. It relocated to its current location in 2006.

The library hosts exhibitions about social issues and local history that invite visitors to engage with Portsmouth's stories and themes. These displays help people understand the topics and events that shaped the community.

Visitors can search online catalogs, reserve meeting rooms, and join adult classes available at the library. Staff members are available to answer questions and assist with research.

A special fund established in 1989 specifically supports the collection of local history materials and the preservation of important documents. This allows the library to safeguard local heritage for future generations.

Location: Portsmouth

Inception: 1896

Website: http://cityofportsmouth.com/library

GPS coordinates: 43.07390,-70.75780

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:46