Public libraries are just that, public – anyone can visit when they’re open. Libraries may have different hours or services, depending on the needs and resources of their community. Almost all Massachusetts public libraries allow non-local residents the same borrowing privileges as local residents, thanks to their participation in the State Aid to Public Libraries program, so if the library in another town is more convenient to visit, or you just happen to be somewhere else and want to stop in, you should be welcome.
Some libraries are non-public libraries: school libraries (libraries located in K-12 schools), academic libraries (libraries at colleges and universities), or special libraries (libraries located at a business, non-profit or other organization) are not always open to the general public. Check their visitor rules before you make plans.
You may find the locations of all types of libraries in our library directory.