I love the PPL, its magazines and newspapers, books and many exhibits. There's a section to eat…read morelunch and read books, also to look at the many used clothes brought into the library free to anyone in need.

I was in Portsmouth for a day and needed to kill some time so I spent several hours at this…read morelibrary. There's a lot of chairs and tables by windows so you can get some natural sunlight while you read or work. The second floor has a lot of maps and information about Portsmouth which is nice if you're unfamiliar with the area. The staff is very friendly and help. I'd definitely like to visit again sometime!

Ugh my long review disappeared when trying to post…read more Suffice to say I love this place for the serenity and adventure @Exeter Public Library provides. The leadership makes extra efforts to welcome the community. The ripple effect of great leadership is evident with the entire staff. Today a wonderful librarian Sat offered me organic gummies and my favorite compact shopping bag. I wished I had took better note of her name. To read on the outsude covered deck looking for herons and listening to the river is heaven for me. Thank you all for being one of my favorite respite places.

If you are a history buff, you have to check out the Portsmouth Athenaeum! The front door is…read moresomewhat hidden but if you walk a little bit up the block from Starbucks you'll find it. Couple flights of stairs or an elevator and you find yourself in the middle of a pretty neat research library. We went to the North End History exhibit and it was super-informative and very interesting. Lots of neat old photos and details about parts of Portsmouth we drive by on a regular basis without realizing their historical significance. Ask for James, ask a few questions, and sit back and laugh as he takes the history of the area and wraps it up in funny and memorable stories and anecdotes. Just a note - finish your food and coffee before visiting. There are some incredibly old books in this place and you don't want to spill!

When I wandered into the Portsmouth Athenaeum I had a Belle from Beauty and the Beast moment. The…read morelibrary is not as grand as Beast's, but there is something magical about being around really, really old books and stuff. We met a man who was working (or was he just hanging out? not sure) there and was nice enough to give us a special tour of the place! He was so knowledgeable about the history of Portsmouth and was so passionate about the town. I saw some really neat artifacts here, including whale vertebrae...which totally made me squeal in excitement. Just take a visit to the Portsmouth Athenaeum and strike up a conversation. You never know what you will discover!

I am adding to a previous review because I want to call out a current employee for exceptional…read moreservice. Kristen, the reference librarian, is amazing. She has helped me with copy and print services, answered my questions and found my keys and remembered who I was (I had only been there a few times) so when I stepped out of the elevator she waved me down to return them. I have observed her with other patrons and she is equally as helpful with them.

this is a nice library. hours are pretty good. ambiance is clean and quiet inside. kept in great…read moreorder and friendly staff. would recommend

Everything they we're friendly knowable good selection of accessories lots of great ideas for local…read moremeetups

During my temporary time working in the area I would visit often to take advantage of the free WiFi…read morebut it soon became a second home for me the staff is super friendly and helpful, securing me private rooms to conduct work and helping to direct me to all the amazing attractions there are around the town, and of course I have to mention they have an amazing selection of books and other forms of entertainment for all ages.

I haven't been using Amesbury Library because I couldn't find adequate work space. I went back this…read moreweek to renew my card and do some work. I met a few of the staff while there, they were pleasant and helpful. I discovered they have been doing renovations and have moved furniture, including the circulation desk. It looks great and appears more user friendly. The renovation included the addition of a small workspace. It's not the greatest, but it's certainly adequate to be able to do work there. My experience was great. The staff was very pleasant and helpful and it was nice to be able to go to the library in my hometown. I also appreciated that I didn't have to pay for parking like I do in NBPT. As I have used many local libraries Amesbury doesn't hold up. I recommend Amesbury look to build a new library. Check out Salisbury, Merrimac and Newburyport libraries, they are amazing. Please Amesbury- consider building a modern library.

Excellent library. It may not be as new and up to date as the libraries in Salisbury or Merrimac,…read morebut it has everything you need for a town library. I usually use their website and request the books to be put on hold that I want. They can send you an email or text when the book arrives which is very convenient! I definitely recommend checking out their museum passes also. You can get into quite a few different local museums for half off prices. A great deal!

The Librarians are Always most sweet and happily helpful in every way, no matter what the situation…read moreconsists of. Truly I was extremely upset about some legal papers that I was needing to have copied, and they made my copies themselves with heats of gold!! When I've taken my young granddaughters they have treated us as if we were family. My granddaughters become excited when I simply offer to drive them there. So grateful for such a warming experience in the very town we all live in. Sincerely Pamela K.

This is a really great library. Has a massive book scelection. Children's section is really nice…read more Also has quiet study rooms. Bathrooms are allways nice and clean.

I've always enjoyed visiting the Rye public library to read the NYTimes & Boston Globe.read more