David M. Hunt Library
🏢 David M. Hunt Library · Falls Village (Canaan), Connecticut
David M. Hunt Library
Since 1891, the David M. Hunt Library has been the community gathering place and cultural anchor of Falls Village — a historic iron-industry village in the Litchfield Hills of northwestern Connecticut where the Housatonic River cuts through the Berkshire foothills.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10am–5pm |
| Wednesday | 1pm–5pm |
| Thursday | 10am–7pm |
| Friday | 1pm–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 63 Main St., CANAAN, CT 06031
Phone: +1860-824-7424
Website: huntlibrary.org
Plus Code: 87H8XJ4Q+HF (CANAAN, CT)
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📖 About David M. Hunt Library
The David M. Hunt Library has served the residents of Falls Village in the Town of Canaan since 1891, making it one of northwestern Connecticut's longest-running public libraries. The library is named for David M. Hunt, a local benefactor, and occupies a welcoming building at 63 Main Street in the village center. Falls Village is a small community in Litchfield County known for its 19th-century iron furnace history and its position along the Housatonic River near the Massachusetts and New York state borders. The library belongs to the Bibliomation cooperative, giving cardholders access to a shared catalog and digital resources including OverDrive eBooks and audiobooks. Beyond collections and digital services, the library functions as a cultural venue — hosting the rotating ArtWall gallery for local artists, children's storytimes, book clubs, and community events including the annual Augustfest celebration. Homebound delivery is available for those who cannot visit in person.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serving Falls Village since 1891 — over 130 years as the community's library and gathering place
- ArtWall rotating gallery space showcasing local and regional artists
- Extended Thursday evening hours until 7 pm for after-work and after-school visits
- Homebound delivery service available for patrons who cannot visit in person
- Part of the Bibliomation shared catalog, linking cardholders to libraries across Connecticut
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Hunt Library cardholders can borrow digital titles and access Connecticut's statewide library resources free of charge:
📚 Services
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- OverDrive eBooks and audiobooks
- Homebound delivery service
- Interlibrary loan through Bibliomation
- ArtWall community art exhibition space
- Reference and reader's advisory
- Patron account access and holds via shared Bibliomation catalog
- Digital navigation appointments (Connecting the Corner program)
🎸 Programs
- Story Time for young children
- Kellogg 3:15 Program for after-school youth
- READ-y or Not Book Club
- Nature Journaling Workshop
- Monthly book sales
- Digital navigation appointments
- Augustfest in the Village (annual community event)
- ArtWall rotating exhibitions
📍 Nearby Libraries in the Litchfield Hills
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the David M. Hunt Library's hours?
The library is open Tuesday 10am–5pm, Wednesday 1–5pm, Thursday 10am–7pm, Friday 1–5pm, and Saturday 10am–1pm. It is closed on Sunday and Monday. Thursday evenings until 7pm are especially convenient for after-work visits.
Does the Hunt Library offer eBooks and digital borrowing?
Yes. Through the Bibliomation cooperative, Hunt Library cardholders can borrow eBooks and audiobooks for free using Libby (OverDrive) on any smartphone, tablet or e-reader. Connecticut residents can also access the Connecticut Digital Library at ctnlibrary.org for additional statewide resources.
Is there a homebound delivery service?
Yes. The David M. Hunt Library provides homebound delivery for patrons who are unable to visit the library in person. Contact the library at 860-824-7424 or email dmhuntlibrary@gmail.com to arrange service.
What is the ArtWall at Hunt Library?
The ArtWall is a rotating gallery space at the David M. Hunt Library that showcases work by local and regional artists. Exhibits change periodically; check the library's social media or contact them for the current show.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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