Baxter Memorial Library

The entrance is diagonally across from the former Shaw School. From South Street (Rte 114), the Library may be accessed by turning onto Morrill Avenue, taking a right onto Ballpark Avenue, proceeding to the end of Ballpark Avenue and taking a right into the library parking lot. From Narragansett Street, the library may be accessed by turning onto t... he Access Road and following it past the high school and the Rec Department into the Library parking lot. Parking is available on South Street and in the library parking lot by the former Shaw School. There are two handicapped spots near the entrance as well as three 15 minute spots. The Baxter Memorial Library serves our community as a welcoming and accessible gathering place for information, lifelong learning, and enjoyment. The library strives to foster the exchange of ideas, values, traditions, and conversations. The Baxter Memorial Library was founded by James Phinney Baxter in 1908. For more information about the Baxter family legacy, visit the Baxter Museum , or visit our History page. The Baxter Memorial Library is a department of the Town of Gorham and is governed by Town Ordinance. The library has a nine member Board of Trustees , chaired by Linda Frinkso.Read More