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What benefits come with my membership?

We strive to provide our members with the most current best sellers as well as programs for all ages. As a member, you'll enjoy access to the stunning library grounds and community perks like: Two public reading rooms, Free WIFI, Poetry readings, lectures, book signings, children's story hours, and historic building tours, Community events like our annual Book Lover's Party, 5K Run, and Scavenger Hunt through Newtown Borough.

Do you offer free memberships?

The Newtown Library is, and has always been, a subscription library. Our 1789 charter defines us as a private library with annual membership dues. The library is managed by one librarian and a team of dedicated volunteers and board members. The membership and generosity of our patrons is what keeps this historic library running.

Do you offer monthly memberships?

Currently, we only offer yearly membership plans.

Do you offer family discounts?

Yes, we do! The family plan includes full library access for unlimited family members.

How do I cancel my membership?

Call (215) 968-7659 to cancel your membership.

Become a Member

Select your preferred plan to begin your membership and submit your annual dues. We encourage our members to enroll in auto-renewal. Members can cancel at any time by sending a request to librarian@newtownlibrarycompany.org.

Contributing Membership

If you would like to make an additional contribution beyond the standard memberships, you may choose from one of our Contributing Membership plans. Contributions may be tax deductible. To purchase, please visit the library or call us at (215) 968-7659.

PENN

Double your membership dues

Although he died 32 years before our founding, William Penn had a set of six dining room chairs, three of which were donated to the Newtown Library Company.

HICKS

$51 - $249

Isaac Hicks gave the library land to build its first building. The land was on Court Street in the back of the White Hall. His son, Edward Hicks, painted the library sign for $1.

BARNSLEY

$250 - $499

In 1911, Joseph Barnsley gave us the land to build the current library building. The Barnsley Reading Rooms honor his commitment to the library.

CORNELL

$500 - $999

Luise Cornell was the first person to endow the library with a large bequest.

FITZGERALD

$1,000+

Dorothy Fitzgerald was our head librarian for over 25 years. At her passing, she endowed the library with a portion of her estate.

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