Newtown Library Company

Newtown Library Company The Library has a collection of over 21,135 books. Visit us at 114 Centre Avenue, Newtown, PA, 18940 In 1883, a new larger building was constructed at Court St.

Founded on August 9, 1760, the Newtown Library Company was granted incorporation by a Special Act of the Pennsylvania Legislature, approved March 27,1789. Until 1824 the collection of books journeyed from the homes of various librarians to the old Court House building. But when Issac Hicks donated land, the Company erected first library building to give the collection a more permenant home. and Ce

ntre Ave across from the Half Moon Tavern. In 1912 the Company dedicated the present building. An expansion in 1979 provided additional stack rooms, a children’s area, librarian work space and ramps for the handicapped. Two public reading rooms are maintained where anyone may freely enjoy the many resources of Newtown’s unique educational institution.

Address

114 Centre Avenue
Newtown, PA
18940

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 11:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 11:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 1:30pm

Telephone

+12159687659

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