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Welcome to the William Fogg Library, the community library for Eliot, Maine.
We will be celebrating 125 years of public service in 2027.

The library is committed to providing a wonderful experience for patrons of all ages and backgrounds. In addition to extensive collections of children’s, young adult and adult books, we offer CDs, DVDs, regular free programs, lectures, story hours, children’s activities, special events, a meeting place for various special interest groups, book clubs, free computer use, free tax preparation services (thanks to our AARP partners), and more. Please explore our website to learn how we can add enrichment and enjoyment to your life! 

News
Book Sale Extended!
Book Sale Extended!
New! STEAM Storytime
New! STEAM Storytime
Open Craft Night
Open Craft Night
Library Closed 7/4/26
Library Closed 7/4/26
Mahjong Classes
Mahjong Classes
Women of ‘76
Women of ‘76
Marine Mammals of Maine
Marine Mammals of Maine
Author Visit: Libby Buck
Author Visit: Libby Buck
Stuffie Clinic
Stuffie Clinic
Memoir Writing Workshop
Memoir Writing Workshop

What’s Happening at the Library

The William Fogg Newsletter

View the July Newsletter
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SPECIAL PROJECTS

July Hot Reads

  • Country People by Daniel Mason

    Country People by Daniel Mason

    Release Date: July 7th

    Author of North Woods

  • Cool Machine by Colson Whitehead

    Cool Machine by Colson Whitehead

    Release Date: July 21st

  • The Good Parts by Evann Mormandin

    The Good Parts by Evann Mormandin

    Release date: July 28th

  • If We Were Dogs by Sophie Blackall

    If We Were Dogs by Sophie Blackall

    Available Now

    In the Children’s Room

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  • At the turn of the Twentieth Century, the citizens of the small town of Eliot hungered for a library. Most of them were of modest means—farmers, fishermen, craftsmen—and could not afford personal libraries. They held bake sales and church suppers, sold quilts, and organized a small fair to raise money for their dream—a library with books for all.

  • Dr. John S.H. Fogg gave the land for the library, along with his personal collection of American history books, and an endowment. The library was named in honor of his father, William Fogg, whose homestead still sits on library property. Dr. John Fogg also bequeathed his estate to fund the continued operation of the library. You can visit the restored Fogg Homestead and see personal artifacts from the Fogg family and the historic Fogg Collections on select dates.

  • Local farmers gathered the stones from their fields to help make the façade of the original library building.

  • Carrying on the tradition that helped build the original library, much of the labor for the Kent Wing, the children’s wing, was donated. We thank our neighbors for their continued support.

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