Fall River Public Library

About

Your one-stop source for information, education and entertainment.

Story

The Fall River Public Library is a historic library in the heart of downtown Fall River. First established in 1861, the library opened in its current location in 1899 and was renovated in 2001. Still maintaining its 19th-century charm, the library now offers public access to 21st-century technology. A second location, the South Branch Library, is located at 58 Arch Street.

Mission

The Fall River Public Library seeks to be an integral part of the community by providing all residents with a wide variety of popular and reference materials, resources, technology, and services that facilitate their daily lives and extend their personal and intellectual development.

The staff of the Fall River Public Library works to create an environment that welcomes and satisfies the needs of patrons of all ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.

Products

Books, e-books, audio books, movies, music, games, museum passes, online resources, wireless access, public computers, fax service, scanner service, research assistance, children's programs, adult and teen programs, special collections in Fall River history and genealogy, art collection.