Mission Statement

The Sturgis Library, a historic public library in the village of Barnstable, is dedicated to preserving and promoting Cape Cod history while providing services to meet the needs of a contemporary community. The Library:

  • Supports the lifelong pursuit of personal, vocational, cultural and intellectual self-improvement
  • Fosters literacy and creativity in residents of all ages
  • Promotes the free exchange of ideas and serves as a community meeting place
  • Offers a gateway to technological resources and informational databases
  • Serves as a regional archive and research center for the study of Barnstable County history, genealogy, and maritime culture