William Fogg Library

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.

Built By Our Community

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

A Little History…

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 Dr. Fogg’s Birthday, at the Victorian Tea, and by appointment.

The Kent Wing Addition

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

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Welcome to the William Fogg Library

Welcome to the William Fogg Library, Eliot’s community library. The year 2007 marked our Centennial, and we are still going strong. In addition to an extensive collection of children’s and adult books, we offer numerous free programs, lectures, story hours, children’s activities, special events, free CDs, DVDs, computer use, and the Internet, free tax preparation services, book clubs and more. Please explore our website to learn how we can add enrichment and enjoyment to your life!

What’s Happening at the Library?

Library Hours Thanksgiving Week:

Wednesday, Nov. 25, 9-1

Thursday, Nov. 26 CLOSED

NOTICE: If you or a family member have symptoms of COVID or have tested positive, please DO NOT return your library items. Please call the library to renew at 207-439-9437. Please take advantage of our two download libraries (Cloud Library and Axis 360.) You can call or email the library with any questions regarding the download libraries. We will be happy to help!

Axis 360 E-Library is now live!

Axis 360 E-Library is now available. Download the Axis 360 App. Log in with WFPL and library card number (no spaces.) Then register your name and email. It’s that easy!

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Our new E-Library is not replacing the Cloud Download Library, it is in addition to it.

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LIBRARY SERVICES:

Curbside pickup, inside library visits, and computer usage by appointment. Please use the appointment booking pages at the top of this screen to reserve a time for a specific service.

It now takes several days to process incoming library materials. Please disregard our automated email notices if you have recently returned your materials. Overdue fines will not accrue during the COVID crisis unless an item is lost.

Thank you for your patience.

KENNEBUNK SAVINGS BANK HAS PLEDGED $75,000.00 TO OUR LIBRARY EXPANSION PROJECT! WOW!! THANK YOU KSB!!!!

PLEASE HELP US REACH OUR GOAL OF $500,000.00 TO ADD MUCH NEEDED SPACE FOR HOSTING ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMING FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS. DONATIONS CAN BE MADE ONLINE BY CLICKING THE BLUE DONATE NOW BUTTON OR BY CASH OR CHECK. THANK YOU FOR INVESTING IN THE ELIOT COMMUNITY!!!