Newburyport, Friends of the Library

What We Do

Welcome to the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library! Our goal is to foster community awareness of the Library and to provide supplemental funding for selected Library materials, programs and activities.

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Kids Programs

Charitable gifts fund Library programs, bolster acquisitions, enrich the Archival Center, provide access to children's programs, museum passes, extras the whole community enjoys.

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Honor a Loved One in a Book

Did you know your donation could honor a loved one? Learn more about this unique gift.

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Join the Friends!

Your membership dollars support vital programs of our active Library community, including public events, museum passes, classes, and more.

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About the Friends

Founded in 1939 - The Friends are community members and volunteers focused on providing support to the Newburyport Public Library.

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We Welcome Donations of All Kinds! Donations of time, money, experience, energy, and ideas – no matter your schedule – are greatly appreciated! Whether you want to help with a single book sale or become a dedicated supporter, there is

It’s time to renew your 2026 FOL membership – or join us for the first time! It’s been a great year for the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library (FOL) — thanks to supporters like you. Together, we raised $42,579

Great Old Book Sale Fall Event is Coming!

The Friends of the Newburyport Public Library (FOL) announces that the 50th Great Old Book Sale will take place Wednesday, October 21 through Saturday, October 24 in the Program Room at the Newburyport Public Library. This much-anticipated semi-annual event offers