Hubbard Free Library
About the Hubbard Free Library
The Hubbard Free Library is housed in the oldest library building in Maine still serving
its original function. Designed by local architect Alexander C. Currier to look like
an English country church, the library was dedicated in March, 1880, as the
Hallowell Social Library. In 1893 General Thomas H. Hubbard of New York City,
a Hallowell native, donated $20,000 for the construction of a free library.
The money was used to build an addition to the existent building, in the form
of a cross-axial transept, in keeping with the original church design, and the
library became the Hubbard Free Library. A second addition was added in 1897,
with money donated by Mrs. Eliza Lowell of Hallowell.
On the National Register of Historic Places since 1970, with an impressive
collection of historic artifacts and archival materials, the library today is also a
vibrant and much-cherished participant in the life of the communities it serves.
Overseen by a 16-member Board of Trustees, the library receives partial funding from the
city of Hallowell, and the towns of Farmingdale and Chelsea. Residents of these communities may
borrow items at no cost. Residents of other communities may obtain a library card for $20 a year.
As of July 1st, 2008, funding from Farmingdale will cease, and all Farmingdale cards will
expire. It will then be necessary for Farmingdale patrons to pay the non-resident fee.
The library has two desktop computers and two laptop computers available for public use,
contingent upon observance of the library's Computer Use Policy. It also has wireless connectivity.
Adult and children's programming is presented throughout the year,
including a Children's Story and Craft Hour for 2-5 year olds
(younger and older siblings welcome), Wednesday mornings, 10:30-11:30.
There is also a Summer Reading Program for children pre-school thru sixth grade.
Staff includes a full-time director, and four part-time staff, who all wear many hats,
though each has her special area of expertise.
Staff: Melody Norman-Camp - Director
Doreen Lewis
Stacie Linkle
Sue Moseley
Barb Rohrbaugh