The Union Library of Hatboro
215-672-1420
The downstairs room where the Civil War Roundtable meets and where the War Stories programs are held.
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The Union Library Company of Hatboro is steeped in history, yet chock-full of modern-day comforts like oversized chairs, cozy gathering space and Wi-Fi. The second oldest library in Pennsylvania, its offerings include a diverse collection of historical books and a comfortable downstairs meeting space made available for various veterans and Civil War programs. The downstairs section of the library is also home to the Myron G. Thomas Book Shop.
- Hours: Mon, 1pm - 5pm; Tue, 10am - 6pm; Wed, Thu, 10am - 8pm; Fri, 10am - 4pm; Sat, 10am - 5pm; Sun, closed
- Founding Date: 1755
- What makes this community special?: Patrons who do not live in Hatboro may make use of the library provided they have a library card in the municipality where they reside.
- Parking: Free lot
- Size of collection: 30,000
- Specialties: The Union Library of Hatboro is the meeting place for the monthly meeting of the Civil War Roundtable. The library also hosts regular war stories programs in which veterans speak.
- Services: Audiobooks, Movies, Music CDs, Research databases, Resources for job seekers
- Internet use policy: No restrictions provided that other patrons are not waiting to use the computer.
- Programs/classes: For youth, the library offers storytime, toddler time and pre-school reading programs.
- Book donation information: Books are accepted. The library holds two book sales in May and September and ongoing sales of gently used books in the Myron G. Thomas Book Shop.
- Wi-Fi: Free
