Hours & Directions

The library will be closed on Thursday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

Maine Cultural building with Library, Museum and Archives

Limited Services Available

The Maine State Library is in the process of moving back to the Maine Cultural Building.

During this time, the library is providing curbside service for book lending. The building is closed to walk-in visits, but services can still be accessed by scheduling an appointment in advance.

Hours for Curbside Pickup

  • Monday 12PM-3PM
  • Tuesday 10AM-1PM
  • Wednesday 12PM-3PM
  • Thursday 10AM-1PM

Access Services

For More Information

Call us at (207) 287-5600

Location

The Maine State Library is temporarily located at 242 State Street, Augusta while the Maine Cultural Building undergoes renovations.

  • Physical Address: 242 State Street, Augusta, ME 04333-0064
  • Mailing Address: 64 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0064

Directions

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  1. From I-95, take Exit 109
  2. Bear right toward downtown Augusta, merging onto US Route 202-East (Western Avenue).
  3. At the 4th traffic signal (about ½ mile) turn right onto Armory Street (following dark blue and white sign for "State Offices West").
  4. At the second traffic signal, turn right onto State Street.
  5. 242 State Street is located just past the State House Complex in a red brick building on the right side of the road.