Welcome & Mission
Director's Welcome
From: Dennis R. Corcoran, Library Director
Welcome to the Hingham Public Library's website. The site features information on how to use and get the most benefits from your Library. My goal is to make the site responsive to your needs and interests wherever you are. Whether you are in the Library, at home or at work, I believe our site can be helpful to you.
While we try to make the site as comprehensive and as useful as possible, we know that there are times you may need more information on a topic or have a question not covered by the site. In such cases, I hope you will use the email forms found throughout the site and the telephone numbers listed in the Directory under "About" the Library to communicate with us.
I also invite your comments on the website. Your comments and suggestions will help us to continuously improve the site.
Again, welcome to the Hingham Public Library on the web. My staff and I look forward to assisting you. Thank you for visiting with us.
Mission
Hingham Public Library will offer patrons responsive services delivered in an efficient and effective manner, and will
- Provide materials and services to contribute to and enhance the personal enrichment, enjoyment, and educational endeavors of its patrons;
- Nurture personal growth, stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage life-long learning;
- encourage early childhood literacy;
- enable individuals of all ages to explore their community and the world through cultural, artistic, historical and informational programs and displays;
- provide service on equal terms to all individuals in the community and work toward the development of the individual as a citizen and by example the removal of ignorance, intolerance and indifference in the community;
- be a community center and destination where residents of all ages can meet to exchange ideas, discuss issues and enjoy a non-partisan atmosphere;
- offer a diverse collection of print, media and electronic materials that meets patrons’ recreational and educational needs and interests by including both popular current titles and literary classics.
