Porter Memorial Library

Porter Memorial Library serves as a cultural center for the Machias area by promoting the enjoyment of reading, the value of learning, and the exploration of ideas. The Library opened in 1893, and is named for Rufus King Porter, Esq., a leader of the organized library movement in Machias. The Library's 12,000 volume collection features current and classic fiction, nonfiction, Maine history and literature, books for young adults, and books for children. The Maine Case houses the Library's local history and genealogy reference works. We also offer audio books, movies, magazines, newspapers, Wifi and public access computers.

Porter Memorial Library will improve the quality of life for the Machias area by serving the community as an engaged, responsive 21st century library. Porter Memorial Library will preserve its historic building and expand its facilities to provide full accessibility, public meeting spaces, and larger areas for books and technology. Porter Memorial Library will become a fully endowed, financially independent institution.