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Passport to Connecticut Libraries

The Passport to Connecticut Libraries Program invites you to visit all of the participating Connecticut public libraries. Take the opportunity to explore each library's architecture, ambiance and collection. The program is open to all ages!

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Powered by Curiosity

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2026 Maker Fair! Each year, this event continues to grow, and this one was truly our best yet.

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Farmington Room Collections Assorted Building Photographs

Community Archiving at the 2026 Maker Fair!

I’ve been talking for the last couple of months about the Farmington Room’s participation in our annual Maker Fair, so here I am one last time with more about the event!

New preservation kits

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NEW UPDATE

The U.S. Department of State has removed all 501(c)(3) Nonprofits from its Passport Acceptance Facility Program. As such, The Farmington Libraries are no longer authorized to accept and process passports as of February 13, 2026. No new appointments are being scheduled. 

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Farmington Room Collections Assorted Building Photographs

Looking back and looking ahead

Happy New Year from the Farmington Room! I hope the end of the year has been restful and full of the warmth of family and friends.

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Spooky Farmington Writing Contest

A big thank you to all the amazing contributors to this years SPOOKY FARMINGTON WRITING CONTEST

You can find all of the Farmington entries together in a our special Spooky Story Book 2025 below.

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