Cow Neck in the Revolution
The area we now call Port Washington was occupied by the British for seven years during the Revolutionary War. Local families suffered immense hardship: they were forced to quarter enemy troops, had their children pressed into service, and even endured
PWPL SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2026
Join us this summer for our 2026 Concert Series at the Sousa Bandshell in Sunset Park. All Concerts begin a 3:00pm and registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Click here for more information
PORT WASHINGTON IN 360 – Where history surrounds you
Take a virtual journey to dozens of spots around Port Washington, one 360-degree view at a time. Discover unique perspectives and locations from across town — some surprisingly new, others now vanished — and hear the stories and history behind
Rhythm RockIts Concert Moved Indoors & PWPL Technology and Services Survey
The Rhythm RockIts Live Performance on Saturday, July 18 at 3:00pm will be moved indoors to the Library's Lapham Room due to impending weather conditions. Thank you! ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please take a look at the Library's new public survey about our current services
Latest Newsletter Issue Now Available
The July/August issue of Happenings is out! Discover what's happening at the Library. Read Now
UNEARTH A STORY – SUMMER READING 2026
Mark your calendars for PWPL's Summer Reading Club! Kids registration opens on July 6, while registration for our adult and teen reading programs opens on June 22. Be sure to stop by any of our service desks to snag a
America’s 250th Anniversary
Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the USA with the Port Washington Public Library as we not only recognize this important semi quincentennial founding of the United States of America, but also explore topics of freedom and democracy that are part
Summer Reading Programs
Don’t forget to check out our Summer Reading Programs for kids, teens, and adults! Register in-person at the Library at any service desk. Adult & Teen registration begins June 23 and Kids’ Summer Reading Program starts July 7. Open to Port
Christina Massey: The Undulating Unknown
On view May 2 through June 30 Christina Massey is a mixed-media artist known for her vibrant botanical abstractions made from repurposed materials, especially aluminum craft beer cans. Her work spans sculpture, painting, and installation, often addressing environmental and consumer waste
Joyce Weidenaar: Colorations
On view March 4 through April 29 Reception on Saturday, March 8 at 2:00pm; Presentation at 3:00 p.m. Joyce Weidenaar is a New York City-based painter and printmaker who transitioned to full-time art after retiring from real estate in 2015. She finds
Alan Richards: Let Me Show You Something
On view January 4 through February 27 Presentation on Saturday, February 1 at 3:00 p.m. Richards' artwork combines photographs, drawings, and digital elements to explore the human condition. Using archival and vintage images, enhanced through digital painting, his work invites deep engagement