North Adams Public Library

05/29/2026

On Wednesday, June 10 at 6PM, visit NAPL to join nationally known Revolutionary War era historian Timothy Abbott as he discusses his extensive research on Colonel John Brown of Pittsfield, and Berkshire County volunteers at the October 1780 Battle of Stone Arabia.

Five companies of State Levies from Western Massachusetts, under Col. John Brown, were near the end of their three-month tour of duty defending the New York frontier, when a strong force
of British loyalists and allies swept through the Schoharie and Mohawk Valleys. Colonel Brown, and nearly forty men died at the Battle of Stone Arabia: the greatest loss of life experienced by Berkshire and Hampshire County men in any engagement of the Revolutionary War.

3rd floor community room. All are welcome. This event is co-hosted with the North Adams Historical Society.

Any questions, please email Assistant Library Director Ryan Miller at [email protected], or give us a call.
Revolution250 North Adams City Hall North Adams Tourism Berkshire Museum

05/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who visited NAPL this afternoon to meet author Dennis G. Pregent as he discussed & shared readings from his latest book Hometown Heroes in the Civil War! A special shout out to our friends at the North Adams Historical Society for another wonderful collaboration!

05/26/2026

Tomorrow night!

Join us for a conversation about restraint, respect, and the long view of forest conservation.

05/26/2026

This Thursday, May 28 at 2PM, visit NAPL to meet author Dennis G. Pregent, as he discusses & shares readings from his latest book Hometown Heroes in the Civil War.

In our beautiful front parlor. All are welcome. Dennis will have books for sale. This event is co-hosted with the North Adams Historical Society.

Any questions, please email Assistant Library Director Ryan Miller at [email protected], or give us a call.

05/21/2026

A friendly reminder that NAPL is closed from Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day. We reopen Tuesday, May 26 at 10AM. Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday weekend!

05/21/2026

A friendly reminder that NAPL's Summer Hours begin this Friday, May 22, and we will be closing at 1PM every Friday through September 4. Happy Summer Everyone (when it finally arrives)!!!

05/20/2026

ARE YOU A LOCAL AUTHOR LOOKING TO PROMOTE YOUR WORK IN THE NORTHERN BERKSHIRES?

The North Adams Public Library & Clarksburg Town Library are partnering on an Author & Book Festival this September, and are currently gathering interest from local writers exploring any and all genres.

If interested in participating, please email Emily Riehl-Bedford at [email protected] or Ryan Miller at [email protected] with a letter of inquiry & availability, or stop by in person to chat. We’re excited to hear from you!
Massachusetts Center for the Book

05/19/2026

TOMORROW, Wednesday, May 20 at 1PM, visit NAPL as we host family law attorneys from Community Legal Aid who will provide free information on important family law topics such as the basics of filing for divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, and restraining orders for domestic violence survivors.

3rd floor community room. All are welcome. Pizza lunch provided (while supplies last).

Any questions, please email Assistant Library Director Ryan Miller at [email protected], or give us a call.

05/19/2026

On Wednesday, June 24 at 6PM, join Research & Development Store at Mass Moca & NAPL in welcoming author Meg Elison, in conversation with Eden Robins, whose new book Foundling Fathers seamlessly combines science fiction and history with sharp, witty commentary, proving why she is one of speculative fiction’s most exciting voices!

3rd floor community room. All are welcome. Copies of Foundling Fathers will be available for purchase & signing after the event, or you can preorder one here: https://massmoca.org/research-development-store/

Any questions, please email Assistant Library Director Ryan Miller at [email protected], or give us a call.
Tachyon Publications MASS MoCA

05/19/2026

On Saturday, May 30 from 10AM to 1PM, everyone is invited to join Green North Adams & help make North Adams a greener, cleaner city! We will meet at the NAPL parking lot & clean anywhere needed. Bags will be provided, but please bring your own gloves if you have them. North Adams City Hall North Adams Tourism