Looking for the latest blockbuster? Or maybe an old favorite? Tired of paying rental fees? Check out the latest DVDs or search our Music and Movies catalog for comedies, dramas, documentaries and more.
Television
We do have a few televisions in the library so you don't miss out on breaking news while you're here. If you're looking for your favorite television shows, try our Music and Movies catalog.
Books
Oh, yes, we have those! Search our catalog, check out our book lists, see what's new or just come in and browse!
The first Danbury Library was founded in 1770 by Rev. Ebenezer Baldwin, but all the books were lost when Danbury burned in 1777. A library company was formed in 1793 and it cost $1.75 to join. It became the Mechanic's Library in 1833, which cost $2.00 for membership and had no fiction unless it was approved by 3/4 of the directors.
In 1869 Danbury Library was incorporated and by 1879 it was in the building at 254 Main St. The building still says Library on it and is right by Library Place.
August of 1893 saw the Danbury Library become a free library- before that it cost $1.50 a year to be a member- quite a lot of money back then!
In 1906, the stacks were opened. Before that, people had to ask for a book instead of being able to get it off the shelf themselves.
September 11, 1971 was the dedication day for the current building, which survived a major fire in 1996. Today the library circulates almost 375,000 items a year, offers free Internet access, computer training, software to learn English and more! New events are posted all the time. Have an idea for an event? Let us know!
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