Richmond Free Library

Richmond Free Library We provide resources and experiences that inspire, inform, entertain, and connect our community. The library maintains priority access to this space.

The Richmond Free Library was established in 1888 and is currently housed in the renovated Universalist Church, now owned by the Town. The staff includes one full-time librarian with a master’s degree in Library Science, one Assistant Director/Youth librarian and four part-time library staff members, who are paid by the town, and several volunteers. Since 1979, the library has met Vermont Public L

ibrary standards. In 2011, the Library joined VOKAL (Vermont Organization of Koha Automated Libraries) and was able to make its catalog available via the Internet. Major renovations designed to make use of the entire three story building were completed in 2003. Rooms on the third floor can now be used for music lessons, tutoring, and small group meetings, while the community room on the second floor is available for larger meetings and assemblies and houses a high-quality grand piano. The expansion created greatly needed assembly space in the heart of the village. This space is in regular demand by dance and yoga teachers, group meetings, private parties, and local committees and organizations. The library provides programs for all ages and often coordinates with other organizations to make use of the community room for musical and other presentations. Every summer, children of the community enjoy special programming and art sessions.

Join us this month to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the USA. Then it's full speed ahead for Summer Reading! The the...
05/29/2026

Join us this month to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the USA. Then it's full speed ahead for Summer Reading! The theme is "Unearth a Story." Can you guess what we'll be up to?

05/28/2026

There will be a free hunter safety course taking place at the library in July. Information and registration can be found here:

Our series of programs celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence kicks off thi...
05/28/2026

Our series of programs celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence kicks off this weekend with out first Handwriting the Constitution session on Saturday at 10:30am. Check out the other events we have coming up and come join us!

Mt. Mansfield Community Television held their annual meeting at the library last night, which featured lessons from loca...
05/27/2026

Mt. Mansfield Community Television held their annual meeting at the library last night, which featured lessons from local nonprofit stars. You can watch the recording of their panel discussion here:

MMCTV's 2026 Annual Meeting, includes an overview of MMCTV and WRUJ-LP activities, followed by a panel with representatives from three local nonprofits, Our ...

The library will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25.
05/20/2026

The library will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25.

After a busy March and April, things slow down a bit in May as we prepare for a summer full of fun, reading, and... dino...
04/30/2026

After a busy March and April, things slow down a bit in May as we prepare for a summer full of fun, reading, and... dinosaurs! Stay tuned next month for more about our USA 250 series and Summer Reading for youth. Stop in soon for books, seeds, and more. And don't forget lawn games and our brand new pickleball equipment!

Our seed library is officially open for (free) business! Stop in to “check out” some of our seeds generously donated by ...
04/23/2026

Our seed library is officially open for (free) business! Stop in to “check out” some of our seeds generously donated by High Mowing, Seed Savers Exchange, and your neighbors. If possible, plan to save and bring back some of your harvested seeds for next year!

Address

201 Bridge Street
Richmond, VT
05477

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+18024343036

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