Belfast Free Library, Public library in Belfast, Maine, US.
The Belfast Free Library is a public library located on High Street housed in a building from the 19th century. Its collections include books, periodicals, and digital resources, alongside various technology services such as video conferencing.
The library was founded in 1888 during a period when Belfast was experiencing significant growth and development. This opening marked the beginning of public access to books and knowledge for the city's residents.
The Abbott Room serves as a gathering place for the Wheelbarrow Poets, a writing group led by the city's poet laureate Maya Stein. It is where people meet regularly to work on their writing and share their work with others.
The library is open Monday through Saturday with extended hours on Monday and Wednesday evenings. Check ahead if you plan to visit later in the day to confirm the specific opening times.
Children in the city receive free books each month through the Imagination Library program founded by Dolly Parton. This initiative reaches young readers at home and extends the library's reach far beyond its building.
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