Department: Keene Public Library

Legal Resources

Legal Resources The State of New Hampshire Judicial Branch is partnering with the Keene Public Library to provide access to Westlaw and small collections of legal titles. Beginning in February 2024, the […]

Kanopy: Streaming Video

Kanopy: Streaming Video Click here to access Kanopy Keene Public Library patrons have access to thousands of films, documentaries, and The Great Courses through Kanopy. Here are the details: Effective […]

Internet Safety for Kids

Internet Safety for Kids Online social networking is a hot topic, with debate about allowing young people to learn how to safely navigate the internet while also keeping them safe.  The Keene […]

Internet Acceptable Use Policy

Internet Acceptable Use Policy THIS COMPUTER IS UNFILTERED. Before using the internet you must read the policy below.It is understood that in accessing the internet, you agree to follow the […]

Hoopla

Hoopla Sign up now for hoopla, a streaming service offering ebooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, Great Courses, and some content from Craftsy.   hoopla Information and Support for Patrons How to […]

Holds

Holds *** Pick-up lockers are only available from Spring to Fall due to freezing temperatures. *** Is the item you want currently checked out to someone else? Do you want […]

History of the Library

History of the Library Keene Public Library opened in its present building in 1898. The library is governed by its Board of Trustees and is a municipal library and part of the […]

Help Your Child Get Ready to Read

Help Your Child Get Ready to Read Children need to develop early literacy skills before they begin to learn how to read. You can help promote these skills by doing […]

Gaming Information for Parents

Gaming Information for Parents Open Board Games for Checkout configuration options Games give kids a chance to practice reading, writing, and computing. While playing games, kids develop new strategist, predating […]

New Titles at the Keene Public Library

New Titles at the Keene Public Library Sign up with Wowbrary to get a weekly email to learn about our newest books, ebooks, DVDs, and CDs, or visit our Wowbrary page for the weekly list. The […]

Health Insurance Marketplace Information

Health Insurance Marketplace Information Open Enrollment is over, but you can still get health insurance two ways: Enrollment Assistance 24/7 Navigators are available year-round to answer questions, complete applications for […]

Griffin History of the Town of Keene

Griffin History of the Town of Keene A History of the Town of Keene from 1732, when the Township was Granted by Massachusetts, to 1874, when it Became a City by […]

Get Help with NH Downloadables/OverDrive

Get Help with NH Downloadables/OverDrive Patrons with a Keene Public Library card in good standing can take advantage of the wonderful collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines available through the NH […]

Genealogy, Local History, & Vital Statistics

Genealogy, Local History, & Vital Statistics Genealogy Research Databases Vital Statistics (As of March 28, 2025, Birth, Death, and Marriage records will no longer be available. This webpage will be […]

FAQ: Library Services During COVID-19

FAQ: Library Services During COVID-19 The Keene City Council voted on February 17 to rescind the city’s mask ordinance for public spaces. Masks will no longer be required in the […]

Family Place Libraries

Family Place Libraries Keene Public Library has joined the Family Place Libraries™’ national network, providing a welcoming community environment with resources to help families nurture their children’s development and early […]