My bride and I recently enjoyed seeing the historic Sturgis Library in Barnstable, Massachusetts.

Constructed in 1644 for the Reverend John Lothrop, founder of Barnstable, the house which forms the original part of the Library is the oldest Library building in the United States.

We had driven by many times over the years, but were move to stop in by the library book sale. It is a gem and worth a visit even when they are not having a sale. Actually they always have a gift shop and offer books and items about the library for sale.

The late, great Kurt Vonnegut was a library trustee and they also have Vonnegut memorabilia.