Oldest Public Library unveiled in Darby

Friday, October 28, 2016
DARBY, Pa. (WPVI) -- The nation's oldest public library is in Delaware County, and tonight officials unveiled its new face-lift.

The Darby Free Library was established in 1743, and has been serving the community ever since.
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Thanks to a recent donation from the Henderson Group, the library's current building on Main Street just completed a repair and renovation project, including new paint and technology.
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