Moorestown Library

Moorestown Library is a public library located in Moorestown, New Jersey, serving the community with a wide range of resources and services, including access to JSTOR, Project Gutenberg, and Internet Archive. The library is a member of the South Jersey Regional Library Cooperative and participates in the New Jersey State Library's statewide library network, which includes institutions like Rutgers University Libraries and Princeton University Library. The library's collection includes materials from Penguin Random House, Hachette Book Group, and HarperCollins, and its services are supported by organizations like the American Library Association and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The library also collaborates with local schools, such as Moorestown High School and Moorestown Friends School, to provide resources and support for students and teachers.

● History

The history of the library dates back to the early 20th century, when it was established with the support of Andrew Carnegie and the Carnegie Corporation of New York. The library has undergone several transformations over the years, including a major renovation in the 1990s, which was funded in part by the New Jersey State Library and the National Endowment for the Humanities. The library has also been recognized for its excellence by organizations like the American Library Association and the Public Library Association, and has been awarded grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the National Science Foundation. The library's history is also closely tied to the history of Moorestown, New Jersey, which was founded in 1682 and has been home to notable figures like William Allen, a United States Senator from New Jersey, and James Fenimore Cooper, a renowned American novelist.

● Collections and Services

The library's collections include a wide range of materials, such as ebooks from OverDrive and Audiobooks from Audible, as well as physical books, DVDs, and CDs from Sony Music Entertainment and Warner Music Group. The library also provides access to online resources like JSTOR, EBSCO, and ProQuest, and offers services like Interlibrary loan and Reference services with the help of OCLC and Ex Libris Group. The library's collections and services are designed to support the needs of the community, including students from Moorestown High School and Moorestown Friends School, as well as researchers from institutions like Rutgers University and Princeton University. The library also partners with organizations like the New Jersey State Library and the South Jersey Regional Library Cooperative to provide access to a wide range of resources and services.

● Architecture and Facilities

The library's building was designed by Michael Graves, a renowned American architect, and features a unique blend of modern and traditional architectural styles, similar to those found in buildings like the Portland Building and the Denver Public Library. The library's facilities include a large reading room, a children's section, and a community room, which hosts events and programs like Author readings and Book clubs, and is equipped with technology from Microsoft and Apple Inc.. The library also features a number of public art installations, including works by American artists like Chuck Close and Jasper Johns, and has been recognized for its sustainable design and energy efficiency by organizations like the United States Green Building Council and the Environmental Protection Agency.

● Programs and Events

The library offers a wide range of programs and events for adults, children, and teens, including Author readings and Book clubs, as well as Children's storytime and Teen gaming tournaments, which are supported by organizations like the American Library Association and the Young Adult Library Services Association. The library also hosts events like Concerts and Lectures, which feature performers and speakers from institutions like Carnegie Hall and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The library's programs and events are designed to promote literacy, lifelong learning, and community engagement, and are supported by partnerships with organizations like the National Endowment for the Arts and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

● Community Involvement

The library is deeply involved in the community, and partners with organizations like the Moorestown Township Public Schools and the Moorestown Community Center to provide resources and support for local residents, including those from Lenola and Stanfordville. The library also hosts events and programs in collaboration with local businesses, like The Moorestown Mall and The Promenade at Sagemore, and works with community groups like the Moorestown Rotary Club and the Moorestown Lions Club to promote literacy and lifelong learning, and to support local initiatives like the Moorestown Food Bank and the Moorestown Community Garden. The library's community involvement is also supported by its membership in organizations like the American Library Association and the Public Library Association, and its participation in initiatives like the National Library Week and the Summer Reading Program. Category:Libraries in New Jersey