PPL Is 150 Years Old!
We invite you to join the celebration.
Since our founding in 1875, Rhode Islanders have turned to us as a free and open place to gather – where they can engage, learn, and thrive.
As a private, non-profit organization providing free public library service, we have a long-standing tradition of democratizing education and opportunity – inspiring everyone to be lifelong learners, engaging their curiosity, and offering access to extraordinary experiences, resources, and ideas.
Join us as we celebrate 150 years of serving our community!
Take a journey through time.
Help us collect 150 stories in our 150th year!
Tell Us Your Story!
PPL is collecting 150 stories to celebrate our 150th year! Do you have a meaningful or even just fun library story or memory to share? We'd love to hear it!
JOIN US at our next Story Collection Day:
Meet Some PPL Alum
Finan
With the Library’s programs and focus on workforce development, I have attained high-demand skills that are readily applicable to current professional settings. I sincerely appreciate the resources and opportunities provided, from stipends, to education, to job opportunities.
Vivian Liu
I am profoundly grateful to be part of such a transformative educational initiative. The computer skills class has been a catalyst for my personal and professional growth, building my confidence and driving me to improve. I can't thank my teachers and PPL enough...
Emmanuel
The opportunity I've had as a teaching assistant and my experience with PPL is something I don't think I would be able to get anywhere else and I think that the information and what I've learned from PPL I can transfer into the real world.
