10 Libraries in Maine That You Shouldn't Miss

March 16, 2022 Trinity Boughner

Maine has several unique regions, each with its own distinctive culture and activities. With miles of coastline, thousands of lakes, endless rivers and deep forests, visitors can find their perfect vacation spot, whether it's on a sandy beach, at a family campground or walking along Main Street in a bustling city or town. Maine is also known for abundant outdoor recreation opportunities in all four seasons, from swimming and boating in the warmer months to excellent skiing in the winter.
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1. Kennebunk Free Library

112 Main St, Kennebunk, ME 04043-7007
Excellent
85%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 52 reviews

Kennebunk Free Library

Reviewed By 1740X

The Kennebunk Free Library is just wonderful. A library not only with everything in which you may be interested but knowledgeable and helpful staff to find it and steer you in the right direction when you are unsure what you re after. Good parking great central location and quiet.

2. Friend Memorial Public Library

1 Reach Rd, Brooklin, ME 04616-3500 +1 207-359-2276 http://friendml.org/
Excellent
81%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 16 reviews

Friend Memorial Public Library

3. Jesup Memorial Library

34 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island, ME 04609-1727 +1 207-288-4245 [email protected] http://www.jesuplibrary.org/
Excellent
89%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 37 reviews

Jesup Memorial Library

4. Camden Public Library

55 Main St, Camden, ME 04843-1794 +1 207-236-3440 http://www.librarycamden.org
Excellent
84%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 103 reviews

Camden Public Library

Reviewed By annsL6506GE

A library that was open during the pandemic! It was like an oasis.Camden's library is on a spot overlooking the harbor, with some amazing outdoor space. What you think is a gazebo or maybe a Tardis, turns out to be a window into the reference room. On the other side of the building is the outdoor amphitheater. It's not hosting any shows or concerts this summer, but is a beautiful shady spot to rest and read.

5. Southport Memorial Library

1032 Hendricks Hill Rd, Southport, ME 04576-3309 207-633-274 [email protected] http://www.southportlibrary.org
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 6 reviews

Southport Memorial Library

6. Blue Hill Public Library

5 Parker Point Rd, Blue Hill, ME 04614-6003 +1 207-374-5515 [email protected] http://www.bhpl.net/
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Blue Hill Public Library

7. Long Island Community Library

7 Gorham Ave, Long Island, ME 04050-3428 +1 207-766-2530 http://library.long-island.lib.me.us
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Long Island Community Library

8. Tate House Museum

1267 Westbrook St, Portland, ME 04102-1934 +1 207-774-6177 [email protected] http://www.tatehouse.org
Excellent
67%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 55 reviews

Tate House Museum

Georgian-style House, built in 1755; also has 18-century herb garden.

Reviewed By TravellingPhillips - Bismarck, United States

Had to leave a shout out to Laura the curator (for a wonderful amount of time) and the sweet tour guide (whose name I didn't catch) for graciously giving us a Cliff's Notes version of the tour AS they were closing up for the season. We saw a note in the FB page only after we had been knocking on the door, in the rain. Another couple pulled up right after us, and the lady was so kind to let us in. The house is so charming and oldest pre-revolutionary home that's open to the public in ME. Definitely worth a stop (but before Oct 30th!). Thank you so much sweet ladies!

9. Ogunquit Memorial Library

166 Shore Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907-3705 +1 207-646-9024 http://www.ogunquitlibrary.com
Excellent
61%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 111 reviews

Ogunquit Memorial Library

Reviewed By bcnett - Stoneham, United States

This is a very unique library. It is not a town library, but it is the only library in Ogunquit. It is a privately funded library which is supported by endowments and contributions. The library is in a beautiful stone building (with a great stone fire place ). Mrs Conarroe had the original part of the library built for the town in 1897 to commemorate her husband. The Conarroes, who were from Philadelphia, spent their summers in Ogunquit and loved the town. The library was enlarged in 1914. The inside is charming and quaint -- a real treat for library lovers or anybody who appreciates historical buildings.

10. Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

Downtown Area, Boothbay Harbor, ME +1 207-633-3112 http://www.bmpl.lib.me.us/
Excellent
59%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 32 reviews

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

Reviewed By BaysideConnecticut - Stamford, United States

We didn't go to the Library this year but the used bookstore is still open, by appointment. The selection is as grand as usual we love to just browse. We have had great luck with the Military History sections, poetry, religion and the potpourri of books on the wall to the left of the register desk, really an eclectic selection. Allow at least an hour. Also and I forgot to add this to my review of the Skydompha Library Used Book store in Damiriscotta, bring any books (or CDs, DVDs) you can to donate them. They will be found and enjoyed by someone else and the library will get the benefit from the sale, they get a good chunk of money every year from this store.

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