About Us

Who We Are

Vision

Our vision is to provide Cornwall residents with a vibrant space that inspires community engagement, social interaction, and cultural expression as part of a lifelong journey of discovery, learning and belonging.

Mission

To empower our community with access to knowledge, to unique experiences, and to welcoming and inclusive spaces.

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Join the Library

Anyone is entitled to use the library and its resources, including access to the Internet, for no charge. A membership for borrowing is free if you live in the City of Cornwall. Identification with a current Cornwall address is required as proof of residency. A fee is charged for borrowing privileges to persons not residing within the City of Cornwall.

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Contact Us

Our dedicated staff are always happy to answer your questions, no matter how big or how small! Find contact information or submit a question.

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Strategic Plan: 2021-2025

Mission: To empower our community with access to knowledge, to unique experiences, and to welcoming and inclusive spaces.

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Library Board

The library is governed by a 9-member Board of Directors. Learn about our board members, find upcoming board meetings, and review past meeting minutes.

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Library Policies

View the policies that govern everything from meeting room use to library conduct.

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Support Us

The library is a registered charitable not-for-profit organization. Donations to enhance programs and services are always welcome. There are many ways to help.

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Career Opportunities

This page lists current job openings.

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Accessibility

The library takes the principles of equal access quite seriously. Learn about our commitment to both digital and physical accessibility and see what tools we have available.

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Library History

The Cornwall Public Library has been serving our community since 1890. Learn more about the history of the library.