You can search many of our databases from your own computer at home or work! Click on HomeACCESS or the Ulster County Info Portal for more information. For new programming and events check our calendar. Kids and teens can find great resources at the library. . We have ten computers for the Internet, two children PCS with games and a word processing computer that is dedicated for resumes and school reports as well as online job applications (please see staff for reservations on this computer) . Other services that the library and staff offer are copying, fax services, notary services, and the Inter-Library Loan service that covers New York State and beyond. The staff at The Town of Ulster Public Library is dedicated to meeting your information needs. Free WiFi available.
To recount the events during the Revolutionary War visit the Senate House State Historic Site and discover the aftermath of the war. Built in the year 1676 in Dutch Colonial style of architecture, the structure was first resided by European immigrant Wessel Wesselse Ten Broeck from New Amsterdam. However, the house and much of the town was burnt during the war. It was only in the 19th Century it was converted into a museum, listed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places and is now under the ownership of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. With a museum on the site, you can learn more about the history and architecture of the structure.
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The Morton Memorial Library is a one-story brick building built in 1905. It is an example of the Colonial Revival style with compact doors and windows, and oak wood interiors. Once a cultural center of the 19th Century, it features on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Starr Library has been a part of Rhinebeck since 1862. We offer books, DVDs, downloadable audio, programs on all sorts of topics, kid events and high speed Internet access. Wi-fi available. See us online at www.starrlibrary.org
