James Blackstone Memorial Library — Attraction in Branford

Bear with me, because this is sort of a strange review: the Blackstone Memorial Library is just a beautiful building! I'm a wedding photographer and one of my couples recently wanted to take photos outside of the library for their engagement session. They called ahead and a friendly employee told them that we could have at it: the outside grounds were perfectly fine for photographs. We had a great time and made some cool photographs. The staff were very accommodating, definitely making me want to go...

Not only does the James Blackstone Memorial Library in Branford have a wonderfully helpful staff, great children's programming, and plenty of online and print resources and fiction titles, they've also got a building that is a pleasure to explore. The art and architecture are a draw by themselves, let alone for visitors who need help with reference questions or the many children who enjoy Miss Mary's story times. JBML is like an extra branch of my family, and we're greeted like family every...

Probably my favorite place in Branford! The building is just stunning, inside and out. The staff is kind and helpful, the stacks are organized and visually pleasing, and there are lots of community offerings. I try to attend every fundraiser they have, because 1.) it's always a good time, and 2.) public resources this good deserve...