Welcome to the emma!

Founded in 1886, we are a lending library and a local activities center for adults and youth greater Newburyport, MA.

Hours and contact

Monday: 1:00 - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 1:00 - 8:00 PM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

77 Purchase Street, Newburyport, MA

(978) 358-8097

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history of the library

Founded in 1886 as a lending library and a local activities center for adults and youth greater Newburyport, MA.

Newburyport schoolteacher Emma Andrews (Landers) proposes a lending library to serve the children of Newburyport's South End.

Locals donate $52 to establish a local reading room.

Library Association purchases a Victorian house at 77 Purchase Street for $3,500

The Emma L. Andrews Library & Community Center is dedicated and named for its founder.

The "Emma" continues to offer programs and reading opportunities for adults, teens, and children.

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