Mission & Planning

Vision Statement

The Hanson Public Library enriches, engages, and strengthens our community.

Mission Statement

The Hanson Public Library inspires curiosity and fosters life-long learning by connecting people and ideas. The Library provides access to a wide variety of resources, technology, and experiences in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Core Values

  • Service Excellence
    We strive to serve all patrons with excellence and support community needs in a welcoming, respectful environment.
  • Intellectual Freedom
    We believe in free, confidential access to information, knowledge, and ideas for all people.
  • Diversity
    We respect diverse experience and ensure equitable access to library materials and services.
  • Innovation
    We embrace new ideas and technologies and find innovative ways to provide value to our community.
  • Literacy & Learning
    We inspire curiosity and creativity to foster literacy, the joy of reading, and a love of learning.
  • Community & Collaboration
    We value the Library as a community space and build strong relationships with community partners.

Action Plans

2023-2024 Construction Grant & Planning Project

The Hanson Public Library applied for a grant through the Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program (MPLCP) in May 2024. Information about the MPLCP and current grant round can be found here.

In September 2024, we received news that we would not be eligible for this grant. Our application was disqualified from consideration due to a Massachusetts law that prohibits towns that aren’t in compliance with the MBTA Multi-Family Zoning Act from receiving state grant funds. Library staff will of course continue to provide services in the current facility as best they can, and we will look forward to the possibility of entering a future grant round, whenever that may be.

Please call the Library at 781-293-2151 or email kstolfer@hansonlibrary.org with any questions.

2023-2024 Grant Round Documents

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