The Brownell Library, built in 1929, was bequeathed to the people of Little Compton by Mr. Pardon Brownell when he died in 1921. In 1963 the stack addition was added and the town’s public library was removed from the town hall and physically combined with the Brownell Library. Since that time the Trustees of the Brownell Trust provide maintenance and repair of the building. Through the town annual appropriations, the taxpayers provide the funds for staffing, books and supplies.
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Bwana Iguana–Wednesday, July 17th at 6pm
Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure is the ultimate in quality, exciting, educational entertainment which focuses on the mysterious realm of reptiles, and their importance in the natural world. An all ages event, no registration required! Wednesday, July 17th at 6pm
Fiddle N’ Fun-Wednesday, July 10th at 6pm
Join us for Fiddle N’ Fun with Joel Beauchemin! This interactive musical workshop is a rockin’ good time! An all ages event, no registration required. Wednesday, July 10th at 6pm
Animal Experiences–Wednesday, July 3rd at 6pm
Join us as we welcome Dave Marchetti and his Animal Experiences program! Animal Experiences is an hour long program of learning and hands-on fun with reptiles and some small mammals. Meet Dora and Diego the turtles, Indigo the lizard, Pixie Stick the snake, as well as, fifteen of their good friends. You won’t just pet […]
Little Compton: Clean & Green, June 29th–11:00AM
Please join us for a BayCoast Bank sponsored community clean-up at 11:00AM then meet us back at the Library for pizza!