Mission:
To offer educational, research, and popular materials in a friendly, professional, and welcoming environment to patrons of all ages. The Library extends to the community access to a wide range of cultural and educational programs and serves as a repository for local history, unique materials, and exhibits.
History of the building: Barre's first public library was founded on donations from Samuel Gates in 1857. Quarters were shared with the Post Office until the Barre Library Association was established to create a free public library in town. . Barre native Henry Woods donated the building named for his family. Construction was started in June 1886, and the library opened to the public on August 1887. From 2000 - 2001, the library underwent renovation and expansion and held a grand reopening on July 2001. | Staff: Director: Stephanie Carpenter, Circulation Librarian: Judy Schmitz, Youth Services:Mary Ellen Radziewicz Inter-Library Loan Specialist: Mary Ellen Radziewicz Library Assistants: three part-time assistants Volunteers: The library is looking for capable volunteers. Please fill out a volunteer application and return it to the library. For more information see the volunteer policy. |