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Founded in 1867, the Portland Public Library has six locations -- the downtown main library and five neighborhood branches. 

The library serves as the Area Reference & Resource Center (ARRC) for the Southern Maine Library District.

Director, Stephen J. Podgajny
(207) 871-1700 x755
podgajny@portland.lib.me.us

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Board of Trustees

2006-2007 Annual Report (pdf)

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Our Mission

The library mission is to serve the Greater Portland Community by providing a diverse collection of books and other resources, with access to information resources worldwide. The library's services  support the educational, informational, and recreational interests of all community members.

Your Support

The Portland Public Library is a nonprofit organization funded through public and private contributions.  Learn more about how you can support our library.

We are currently planning and fundraising for an exciting renovation of the downtown Main Library. Contact Genetta McLean, Capital Campaign Associate.

Accessibility

All six Portland Public Library System locations meet or exceed the standards for accessibility set by the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

Employment 

We welcome applicants and volunteers who share our commitment to public service, diversity, and intellectual freedom. Please check out our job openings or contact our Human Resources Director for more information at 871-1700 x757.

Staff Contacts 

Need to contact us? For a list of Departments and contact persons, click here.

 


BOARD OF TRUSTEES    contact us

Taffy Field, President
Morris L. Fisher, Jr., 1st Vice President
Nathan Smith, 2nd Vice President
Shelley Carvel, Treasurer
Kaighn Smith, Secretary

Trustees:
Eric Altholz
Mohamed Awale
David H. Brenerman
Wendy Bush
Janis Cohen
Annette Elowitch
Peter Merrill
David Nicklas
Martha Ott
Susan C. Ruch
Theodore A. Spitzer
Ed Suslovic
Laurie Williamson
Carrie Green Yardley
Honorary Trustees:
Richard D. Aronson
Suzanne S. Austin
Henry L. Donovan
Susan T. Goldberg
Bruce E. Leddy
Harry R. Pringle
Diane C. Volk
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5 Monument Square, Portland Maine 04101    207 871-1700    email: reference @ portland.lib.me.us