A closer look at our library and its rich history

Pictures of the Library

Our library's historic benefactress and namesake, S. Maretta Thrall (183?-1897)

The old Thrall Library building.

The new Thrall Library
on Depot Street.

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Some Points of Interest

Time and Space

February 13, 1995 marked the opening day of the new Middletown Thrall Library on Depot Street.

The size our new building is 30,000 square feet. That's five times the size of our old building.

By web or by print

Thrall library continues to get the word out to its community. Click here for more on our free, exclusive publications.

Fast Facts for 2004

Circulation - 331-317 (highest in library's history)
Reference Questions Answered - 32,393
ILLs Filled - 30,306
Programs for Children & Adults - 263
Times Meeting Room Used by Community Groups - 356
Access to Website - 1,087,805 (highest in library's history)
Cardholders - 23,041
2004 Operating Budget - $2,381,500

2002 Highlights

Officially began operations as the Thrall Public Library District, serving an expanded chartered service area.
Awarded an October Event Grant from the New York Council for the Humanities.
Received the final payment from the bequest of Middletown native Thomas C. Walts.
Received over $25,000 in support for equipment, materials, and programs from the Friends of Middletown Thrall Library.
Received a $5,000 grant for library support from Senator John J. Bonacic.
Nominated for a national library award for service excellence by Congressman Benjamin A. Gilman.

Hours of Library Operation
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