Douglas Library mid 1990’s

Tenant postcard c 1910

Hebron ‘s Literary Association started a library collection in the 1888. This allowed Hebron people to enjoy books without having to buy a copy. In 1889, the Literary Association became the Hebron Library Association. The first Hebron Library was in a private home (#1 Toomey Lane). By 1898, it became necessary to house the growing number of books in a separate building. Land was given by the Page family. With a legacy given in 1899 by Benjamin A. Bissell and a $50 per year appropriation by the Town of Hebron, the Library became a free service available to Hebron residents. In 1998 the original small Victorian structure was enlarged. Modern libraries contain more than just books making the Douglas Library a center for the community.

Think about it

Think of all the things and services libraries provide. Make a mental list.

Using your observation skills. Look at the three pictures of the Douglas Library. Can you find where the original library was added on to?

Where to go next

From here go to the American Legion

Meet Your Neighbors QR Tours funded by the Hebron Greater Together Community Fund in conjunction with the Hebron Historical Society