Vision Statement
Our patrons are inspired about the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library because they know that it is a dynamic and welcoming destination, and a portal to a commonwealth of information, creative programs, leading-edge technology, and materials to satisfy every curiosity.
We believe all questions and requests are important and we strive for excellence in the quality of answers we offer. We listen to our patrons, surprise them with superior service, and embrace change when it will improve our library.
We develop community partnerships that minimize duplication of efforts and strengthen our library as a valuable resource to every member of our two towns.
We promote the joy of reading and the value of lifelong learning to all.
Mission Statement
The Hamilton-Wenham Public Library is a publicly funded institution dedicated to the common good by serving the informational, educational, cultural, and recreational needs of the community and encouraging its patrons in the lifelong pursuit of learning and personal growth. The library will be responsive to the needs of its diverse users, advocate and support the use of appropriate technology, build an excellent collection, commit itself to the highest ideals of library service and the principles of intellectual freedom, and provide a welcoming meeting place for the community.
Approved by the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library Board of Trustees - June 9, 2005
Library Trustees
Mary Jane (MJ) Brown, Chair - Hamilton - 2026
Cara Fauci, Vice Chair - At Large - 2024
Dede Johnson, Secretary - At Large - 2024
Karen Bebergal, Liaison to the Friends - Wenham - 2025
Jane Kusel - Hamilton - 2025
Bethany Yu - Wenham - 2026
Contact the Hamilton-Wenham Library
Library Director
Kim Butler
14 Union Street
South Hamilton, MA 01982
Phone: 978-468-5577
Fax: 978-468-5535
kbutler@hwlibrary.org
Library of Things
Check out our Library of Things. Literally: check them out! Our library has a growing collection of non-traditional or unconventional items (called “realia” in library jargon) that you can borrow as you would a book, CD, or DVD. These items range from board games to cookie cutters to an actual butter churn. For more information Library of Things
Library Trustees Meeting Minutes
Please click the link for Library Board of Trustee Meeting Minutes.
Note: There are traditionally no meetings held in July or August.
For older minutes please contact the Library Director at kbutler@hwlibrary.org.
https://hwlibrary.org/library-trustees-meeting-minutes/
