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2026 EVENTS – SAVE THE DATES

Distinguished Guest Speaker at the Kennebunkport River Club, June 18

Join this summer tradition that brings nationally known speakers to the historic River Club for an unforgettable evening. This popular event began in 2012 with Pulitzer-Prize winning historian David McCollough. It’s a rare opportunity to be up close and personal with influential American authors.

Secret Gardens of the Kennebunks, July 11

Enjoy one of the library’s most popular events. Occurring just every other year. This event gives rare access to six of the most beautiful local gardens in our lovely town. A delightful summer activity. A special preview party will be held at Mélange Home Shop, specializing in globally sourced home furnishings.

Ken Burns, with interviewer Rob Caldwell, July 30

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with this rare opportunity to share the spotlight with American icon, Ken Burns. From his groundbreaking documentary The Civil War to his recent release The American Revolution, Burns has captured the imagination of an entire nation. Interviewing Burns will be Rob Caldwell, one of Maine’s premier TV news anchors.

Author Wally Lamb, with interviewer Rebecca Eaton, September 24

Join bestselling novelist and Oprah Winfrey favorite, author Wally Lamb at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre. This popular local venue with old barn ambience, full bar, and garden patio is a perfect, festive location for a crisp fall evening in Maine. Lamb will be interviewed by Rebecca Eaton, executive producer of PBS Masterpiece for 35 years.
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Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, is a full-service free library whose mission is to enrich the lives of all who enter its historic building or participate in its many
community outreach activities. In 1894, The Kennebunkport Free Library was created by resident Anne Talbot, who donated books, bookcases and hired a librarian. The collection was transferred to The Kennebunkport Public Library Association in 1916, and in 1921 became The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, still housed in the old custom house.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Library is always looking for volunteers to help with a variety of projects (book sale, special events, circulation, mailings, delivering books to shut-ins, snacks). Please stop by 18 Maine Street to pick up an application.

We appreciate your interest in being part of our “small but mighty” family!