Heritage Public Library — New Kent Branch
🏢 Heritage Public Library · New Kent, Virginia
Heritage Public Library — New Kent Branch
Serving New Kent County since it first opened on August 4, 1981, the Heritage Public Library New Kent Branch is an independent non-profit library holding more than 53,000 items — and stays open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays for after-work visits.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6pm |
| Thursday | 10am–2pm |
| Friday | 10am–6pm |
| Saturday | 1pm–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 7791 Invicta Lane, New Kent, VA 23124
Phone: (804) 966-2480
Website: heritagepubliclibrary.org
Plus Code: 8795G277+Q7 (New Kent, VA)
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📖 About Heritage Public Library — New Kent Branch
Heritage Public Library is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that opened to the public on August 4, 1981, established to serve residents of both New Kent County and neighboring Charles City County. The New Kent Branch at 7791 Invicta Lane and the Charles City Branch at 10790 Courthouse Road are governed by an 11-member Board of Trustees representing both counties. Together they hold more than 53,000 items spanning books, audiobooks, DVDs, magazines and digital resources. Patrons can reserve study rooms for focused work or small-group meetings, and exam proctoring is available by appointment — a useful resource for students and job seekers. Digital access includes OverDrive/Libby for eBooks and audiobooks, hoopla for no-wait streaming, and Magzter for unlimited digital magazines, all free with a Heritage library card.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Independent non-profit library serving New Kent and Charles City Counties since August 4, 1981
- Collection of more than 53,000 books, audiobooks, DVDs, magazines and digital titles
- Extended Tuesday hours until 8 p.m. for after-work and after-school visits
- Study rooms and exam proctoring available by appointment
- Genealogy resources including Ancestry Library and Virginia Memory (LVA)
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Heritage cardholders unlock free digital reading, streaming and research tools:
📚 Services
- Free library cards for New Kent and Charles City County residents
- Study rooms reservable by appointment
- Exam proctoring by appointment (tiered fee; some driving-school exams exempt)
- Public computers, Wi-Fi, printing and copying
- Interlibrary loan
- Local history and genealogy research assistance
🎸 Programs
- Programs for all ages throughout the year
- Summer reading program
- Children's and youth programming
- Community events
📍 Nearby Libraries in the Hampton Roads Region
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who can get a library card at the Heritage Public Library New Kent Branch?
Any resident of New Kent County or Charles City County can get a free Heritage Public Library card. Cards are issued at both the New Kent Branch (7791 Invicta Lane) and the Charles City Branch (10790 Courthouse Road). Ask staff at the circulation desk to get started.
What is Heritage Public Library's relationship to county government?
Heritage Public Library is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation — not a county government department. It is governed by an 11-member Board of Trustees with members from both New Kent and Charles City Counties. Board meetings are open to the public and alternate between the two branch locations.
Does Heritage Public Library offer exam proctoring?
Yes, exam proctoring is available by appointment at both branches. Fees are tiered based on exam duration and whether the test-taker is a county resident. Some driving school exams are exempt from proctoring fees — call (804) 966-2480 to check before booking.
What genealogy and local history resources are available at the New Kent Branch?
The New Kent Branch provides access to Ancestry Library, FamilySearch, LVA Local School Yearbooks via the Internet Archive, and the Virginia Memory (LVA Unknown No Longer) database for Virginia genealogy and history research. Reference staff can assist with research subject to availability.
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