Salem Public Library

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370 Essex St
Salem, MA 01970

The Salem Public Library, situated in the city's Historic District, boasts a diverse collection of books, reference materials, CDs, and DVDs available to town residents free of charge (excluding late fees). Established in 1889, the library is housed in the former residence of renowned Salem figure Captain John Bertram, a wealthy sea merchant.

With a focus on providing current materials in both English and Spanish, the Salem Public Library underwent extensive renovations from 1979 to 1990. Visitors can explore this historic building and enjoy access to a wide array of resources within its walls.

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Marina B.
10/8/2025

I love this library a lot. Personal is friendly and helpful. They do their best to do pleasant things. Recently they organized seeds bank - it was great idea! I hope they do it again in spring.

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Isaiah G.
6/15/2024

I was passing by and decided to stop by. This library is in the middle of a neighborhood. It's gorgeous you can see it from far away. It looks like it used to be to be a house and they turned it...

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Owen R.
5/5/2022

Beautifully kept library. Nice staff and Salem is a nice walking city. Bit touristy so getting away from downtown core is nice.

Logan G.
7/21/2023

So much books it amazing so many the people that work are so help full and so many kinds of books

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Brian S.
7/18/2014

Mansions to libraries If the Salem Public Library kind of looks like an old brick mansion, that is because it really is. Or was. Built in 1855 by the successful sea captain John Bertram, the...

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