Portsmouth Public Library, Public library in Portsmouth, US
Portsmouth Public Library provides reading materials, digital resources, and educational programs from its location at the corner of Parrott Avenue and Middle Street.
The library started serving the community in 1896, operating from the Portsmouth Academy building until 2006 when it moved to its current premises.
The library organizes genealogy workshops, exhibitions about social issues, and presentations exploring Portsmouth's historical cemeteries dating to the 17th century.
Visitors can access online catalogs, reserve meeting rooms, participate in adult classes, and receive assistance from librarians for research and information needs.
The Mary Lockhart Johnson McMurran fund, established in 1989, supports the collection of local history materials and preservation of significant documents.
Location: Portsmouth
Inception: 1896
Website: http://cityofportsmouth.com/library
GPS coordinates: 43.07390,-70.75780
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:30
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