Salem Public Library (Massachusetts)

The Salem Public Library is a public library at 370 Essex Street in Salem, Massachusetts. The library building was constructed in 1855 for John Bertram, a prominent sea captain, and his family.[2]

Salem Public Library
Salem Public Library, former house of sea captain John Bertram
Country United States
TypePublic
EstablishedDecember 1, 1887[1]
LocationSalem, Massachusetts
Other information
DirectorTara Mansfield
WebsiteOfficial website

On December 1, 1887, the Bertram family wrote a letter stating their intent to donate the Italianate style mansion to the city of Salem for use as a library, and the city accepted the offer. The library opened its doors on July 8, 1889. The library is part of the North of Boston Library Exchange (NOBLE), a consortium of 26 public and academic libraries, and is located within the Chestnut Street Historic District.[3]

References
  2. Endicott, W.C., The Fifth Half Century of the Landing of John Endicott at Salem, Massachusetts: Commemorative Exercises by the Essex Institute, September 18, 1878 (Essex Institute 1879), pg. 207-208 https://books.google.com/books?id=IbsTAAAAYAAJ
  3. "About the Library - Salem Public Library". Salem Public Library. Retrieved 2018-10-26.
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