The Jefferson Branch offers resources for patrons with visual impairments, including large print books and audiobooks. For those with hearing impairments, they provide DVDs with subtitles or closed captions, and e-books. Patrons with limited mobility can benefit from single-level access, a lower checkout desk, accessible parking, wide aisles, home delivery, and a wheelchair accessible bathroom. All public computers are ADA compliant.
We strive to make it easier for those with disabilities and cognitive differences to use and enjoy all that the Library offers. Find details about the accessibility accommodations available for visitors to the Main Library.
The New Britain Public Library is proud to partner with local organizations to support literacy, access to information, and community engagement. Do you want to bring the New Britain Public Library to your neighborhood? We look forward to hearing from you!
A self service fax machine is located on the first floor of the New Britain Public Library.
Faxes cost:
Home Delivery Service is specifically designed for New Britain residents who are temporarily or permanently unable to visit the library due to health or mobility issues.
Plan your visit to the library! Tour our facility, explore our Local History Room, or schedule a school trip for your class to do a storytime or craft! Fill out an online form to make your visit request.
The Makerspace is a creative hub where individuals come together to craft, invent, and explore. Whether you're interested in traditional crafts or cutting-edge technology, our space is equipped with a wide variety of tools and materials to help you create, learn, and experiment. Join us to develop new skills, share your ideas, and bring your projects to life.
Our Main Library's Community Room is available for nonprofit and community member use. The Hawley Room, also at the Main Library, is open to organizations/groups who work with children. Both rooms are booked through the Library website.
Printing is available for public use at the New Britain Public Library.
Copies are:
Wireless printing is available through Princh using the code 108344.
The Library provides free public computer access.
Out flatbed scanner allows for documents and photos up to 11x17 to be scanned and saved to a USB, sent to an email address, saved to a google drive, or saved to a mobile device (using a QR code).
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the library. Users can connect by selecting the "NBPL- Public" network.