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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
370 ESSEX STREET
SALEM, MA 01970
978.744.0860
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HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

The Salem Public Library was originally built in 1855 as a residence for Capt. John Bertram. After his death, his heirs offered the estate to the City of Salem for a public library. On July 8, 1889 the library was opened to the public.

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