About Us

Founded as the Gilmanton Public Library in 1896, the library was rebuilt after a fire destroyed its original location in 1915. That same year, the Gilmanton Iron Works Library Association was formed, and with community support, a new library building opened on August 11, 1917.

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In 1989, the library was added to the National Register of Historic Places for its Colonial Revival architecture.

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Today, the library remains a 501c3, public charity, offering free services to the community. A dedicated team of volunteers maintains both the historic building and its collection of books.