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Nevins Memorial Library The Nevins Library Is The Public Library for The City Of Methuen.

The Nevins Memorial Library at 305 Broadway in Methuen, Massachusetts was built in 1883 to honor David Nevins, Sr. as a memorial gift from his wife Eliza Nevins, his elder son David Nevins, Jr., and his younger son Henry Cotton Nevins. The library is located at 305 Broadway in Methuen and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. The Nevins Memorial Library offers resources including free Wi-Fi internet access, book clubs, an outreach program to deliver books and media for home-bound individuals, and so on. The library is also the custodian of the Nevins Memorial Library Historic Collection, much of which is in storage and for which viewing appointments should be made. The collection includes manuscripts and printed materials, genealogical resources, vital records, assorted object art and collectibles, and the stained glass windows of the library itself.

Happy Friday! Time for another fun Friday quiz. Today is Curious Events Day. From puzzling historical disappearances to ...
10/09/2026

Happy Friday! Time for another fun Friday quiz. Today is Curious Events Day. From puzzling historical disappearances to modern-day oddities, every October 9 we celebrate the unexplainable. Put on your thinking caps, and let the trivia begin.Good Luck! Click here to play
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Two notes about our upcoming hours. The library will be closed Monday, October 12 in observance of Columbus Day/Indigeno...
10/08/2026

Two notes about our upcoming hours. The library will be closed Monday, October 12 in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day.

We will also open late on Thursday, October 15 at 1pm, as we are hosting a Naturalization Ceremony in the morning.

Did you know that ALA’s Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) tracked 4,235 unique titles challenged in 2025, the second...
10/08/2026

Did you know that ALA’s Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) tracked 4,235 unique titles challenged in 2025, the second highest ever documented by ALA? The highest ever documented was 4,240 in 2023. The most common justifications for censorship provided by complainants were false claims of illegal obscenity for minors; inclusion of LGBTQIA+ characters or themes; and covering topics of race, racism, equity, and social justice.

The top 5 were Sold by Patricia McCormick, The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky, Gender Q***r by Maia Kobabe, Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas, and a tie for 5th, Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo and Tricks by Ellen Hopkins. Have you read any of them?

Stop by the library to see our display, and you can also go to the Learn More button on our profile page and get more information about Banned Books Week.

Join us for a new Book Club on October 21 at 6:30pm! It is a social book club for readers in their twenties and thirties...
10/06/2026

Join us for a new Book Club on October 21 at 6:30pm! It is a social book club for readers in their twenties and thirties, and the young at heart.

The Nevins Library is partnering with the Sandtrap to discuss good books with great company! For this meeting we will discuss any non-fiction book you have read. So, bring your book, bring your thoughts and join us!

If you're planning to grab a bite to eat please join us at 6:30 to order food and get to know each other, book discussion will begin around 7pm.

Register via our Calendar of Events which you can find via the Learn More button on our profile page.

Want to be part of a Human Library?! We are excited to host a Human Library (anticipated Spring 2027), a program where i...
10/05/2026

Want to be part of a Human Library?! We are excited to host a Human Library (anticipated Spring 2027), a program where instead of checking out a traditional book, participants have the opportunity to have a conversation with someone whose life experiences, background, or perspective may be different from their own. And so, we're looking for people who are willing to share their experiences and have open, respectful conversations with your fellow members of the community.

For more information, go to our website and go to the link under the Human Library square at the bottom of the front page!

Great job on the Hispanic Heritage Month quiz! Congratulations to JO'D, and a few other anonymous players for scoring pe...
10/05/2026

Great job on the Hispanic Heritage Month quiz! Congratulations to JO'D, and a few other anonymous players for scoring perfectly! Thanks to Nancy R, Kat M, Krista M, Christy S, Rachael B, Samm O, Cam R, Sarah S, Christine L, M&A, Ellen P, JK, Laura C, LIZ Z, Fran M., Jean D, Annemarie R, Kathy D, Yvonne P, Mike G, Vader Sharonella, Linda s, and a few more anonymous players for playing. See you Friday for a brand new quiz.

Come see us at Methuen Day! It’s such a nice day!!
10/03/2026

Come see us at Methuen Day! It’s such a nice day!!

Planning ahead is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can offer your loved ones. In this workshop, Sarah Gladstone, Dea...
10/02/2026

Planning ahead is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can offer your loved ones. In this workshop, Sarah Gladstone, Death Doula and End-of-Life Planner, will guide you through the basic steps of documenting your wishes and understanding your options.

Whether you're planning for yourself or supporting a family member, this workshop provides practical tools and a compassionate space to get started. During this workshop, we’ll explore: Advance Directives, The role of the Health Care Agent, How to start the conversation with your loved ones, Ways a Death Doula can support individuals and families in their planning, and more. Participants can expect a short presentation, Q&A, and take-home materials to begin their planning. Documenting your wishes offers peace of mind and gives your loved ones clarity about what matters most to you.

You can Register via our Calendar of Events. The link is in our About --> Link section.

Happy Friday! Time for another fun Friday quiz. Today’s quiz is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, which is c...
10/02/2026

Happy Friday! Time for another fun Friday quiz. Today’s quiz is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated annually from September 15th to October 15th. It began as a week-long celebration in 1968 and was expanded to a month in 1988. Latinos continue to help enrich our nation as entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, entertainers, scientists, public servants, and much more. Let’s take this month-long celebration to properly recognize the significant contributions Hispanic/Latino Americans have made in the United States. Good luck! Click here to play.
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305 Broadway
Methuen, MA
01844

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19786864080

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