The Westport Library

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20 Jesup Rd
Westport, CT 06880
+1 (203) 291-4800
http://www.westportlibrary.org
Founded in 1886, built in 1908, and transformed in 2019, The Westport Library is one of the most active and innovative public libraries in the nation, devoted to enriching the intellectual and creative lives of the community. Among its many highlights are a full collection of books for children, teens, and adults; an engaging and colorful Children’s Library; a MakerSpace; a Library of Things; a Seed Library; a robust café and store; and professional artwork that adorns its walls, with installations that rotate throughout the year. The Westport Library is also home to Verso Studios, replete with an SSL hybrid analog sound studio and broadcast control suite featuring a state-of-the-art console and six robotic cameras, and the Trefz Forum, an open, flexible space that can accommodate up to 600 patrons and features an 18-foot video wall, 35-foot stage, state-of-the-art sound, theatrical lighting, and video and digital projection.

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4.022 reviews
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Daniella M.
6/16/2025

Best library in CT! They have a cafe and all proceeds go to the library. I got two yummy chocolate chip cookies. Many different areas to get your work done. Right on the water and outdoor seating...

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Z. C.
1/11/2025

The library reviewer is BACK! Beautiful, fun library in downtown Westport. From the super quiet space to the production suite and even the library of things there is something for everyone.

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Saira K.
11/26/2022

The Westport Library is a great public library. It's huge and beautiful. There's a beautiful path along the Saugatuck River that goes around the back. It's really beautiful inside. Lots of free...

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Pamela J.
4/23/2023

My mother always says how the Connecticut libraries are the best and I wholeheartedly agree. The Westport library is beautiful, well stocked and has some awesome book sales. Plus, they have a...

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Tricia B.
2/24/2020

Google tells me the average income in Westport, CT is $151,000 per year. The average income in the town I reside in is $60,000 lower and our library doesn't even have a coffee machine for the...

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