Brian S.
10/29/2016
The oldest of the old The first Sturgis Library was founded in 1863, that's pretty old but there are older libraries. However the building that the library is in was built by the Reverend John...
Sturgis Library
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3090 Main St
Barnstable, MA 02630
Sturgis Library, located in the village of Barnstable, MA, is a historic public library that aims to enrich the lives of its community through a diverse range of services and resources. As the oldest structure housing a public library in the United States, it serves as both a regional archive and a vibrant meeting space that fosters curiosity, literacy, and creativity among users of all ages.
The library offers access to an extensive collection of maritime history, genealogy, and archival materials, enhancing traditional resources with emerging technologies and informational databases. Sturgis Library also promotes the free exchange of ideas and supports various programs for personal and cultural enrichment, making it an essential hub of information and community engagement on Cape Cod.
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Steve S.
10/26/2022
Beautiful building with lots of local art. On a visit from Georgia, I stopped in and was impressed by the book collection, the local history and some gifts for the granddaughter.
Joe T.
9/10/2009
Forty-five years ago, Kurt Vonnegut poked fun of the Sturgis Library for having as its most recent reference set a 1938 Britannica "backstopped by a 1910 Americana." The library (claimed to be...
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