Charles B. Danforth Library
🏢 Vermont Department of Libraries · Barnard, Vermont
Charles B. Danforth Library
Tucked along Vermont Route 12 in the rural hilltowns of Windsor County, the Charles B. Danforth Library has served Barnard and East Barnard residents since the town embraced public library service — offering free Wi-Fi, a community meeting room, and a book drop accessible around the clock.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 2pm–4pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 2pm–4pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10am–12pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 6208 VT RTE. 12, BARNARD, VT 05031
Phone: +1802-234-9408
Website: barnardvt.us
Plus Code: 87M9P9HJ+H4 (BARNARD, VT)
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📖 About Charles B. Danforth Library
The Charles B. Danforth Library is the public library of Barnard, a small hilltop town chartered in 1761 in Windsor County, Vermont. It occupies a modest but welcoming space at 6208 Vermont Route 12 and is open three sessions a week, serving the farms and villages of Barnard and East Barnard. Membership is free for all town residents, and the library accepts book donations during open hours. A Holway Community Room — equipped with a large television and Blu-ray player — is available for public meetings, classes, and community events. The library's outside book drop lets patrons return materials any hour of the day, and free high-speed Wi-Fi reaches both inside the building and the surrounding grounds, so students and remote workers can connect even outside open hours.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Free membership for all Barnard and East Barnard residents — no fees to borrow
- Holway Community Room with large-screen TV and Blu-ray player, available for meetings and classes
- Outside book drop open 24/7 for after-hours returns
- High-speed Wi-Fi available both inside and on the grounds — also useful outside open hours
- Book donations welcome during open hours, keeping the collection fresh and community-supported
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Danforth Library cardholders can explore Vermont's statewide digital collections at no cost:
📚 Services
- Free borrowing for Barnard and East Barnard residents
- Holway Community Room for public meetings, classes and events
- Outside book drop for 24-hour returns
- High-speed Wi-Fi inside and on the grounds
- Book donations accepted during open hours
- Access to Vermont statewide digital library resources
🎸 Programs
- Community room events and meetings open to residents
- Seasonal programming for children and families
- Community film screenings using the Blu-ray-equipped room
📍 Nearby Libraries in Windsor & Orange Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who can get a free library card at the Charles B. Danforth Library?
Membership is free for residents of Barnard and East Barnard. You can pick up a card during open hours — Monday and Wednesday 2–4 pm or Saturday 10 am to noon.
Can I return books when the library is closed?
Yes. The library has an outside book drop available around the clock, so you can return borrowed materials any time — even on days the library is not open.
Is Wi-Fi available outside of open hours?
The library provides free high-speed Wi-Fi that is accessible both inside the building and on the surrounding grounds. Many patrons use the outdoor signal even when the library itself is closed.
Can residents reserve the Holway Community Room for a meeting or event?
Yes, the Holway Community Room is available for public meetings, classes, and community events. It is equipped with a large television and Blu-ray DVD player. Contact the library at 802-234-9408 or charlesdanforthlibrary@gmail.com to arrange a booking.
📅 This library has meeting & community rooms. See how library meeting rooms work — booking, policies and fees — and find other libraries with meeting or community rooms meeting rooms by state.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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