The Library of Things is a collection of non-traditionally library items (not books, DVDs, etc.) that are available to check out with your library card. Browse our collection and see what new THINGS you can discover at your library.
Board Games
Our collection of board games is for young children to adults.
Fishing Poles
Children’s fishing poles are available for two week loans.
Hotspots
Our hotspots work over AT&T or T-Mobile wireless networks. They are available for two week loans.
Laptops
Dell Windows 11 laptops.
Available for two week loans.
Microscope Kit
Contains 3 books, a hand held microscope, and glass slide set.
Available for a three week loans.
Museum Passes
Passes are available for one week at a time. They should be requested at the circulation desk and must be returned to the NorthEast-Millerton Library. Only one museum pass may be borrowed at a time. If a pass is not returned within one week of its due date, it will be considered lost and the patron will be billed for the cost. Made possible by a generous donation from Adopt a Family.
Empire Pass
Valid for the occupants in one vehicle.
The Empire Pass is usable at the facilities listed here and at most NYS Department of Environmental Conservation facilities found here.
Eric Carle Museum
Free admission for two adults and up to four children.
carlemuseum.org
(413) 559-6300
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art is a museum devoted to the art of the picture book and especially the children’s book.
Normal Rockwell Museum
Admits two patrons at a discounted rate of $10 each (Children under 18 are free) and you receive a 10% discount in their store and cafe on the day of your visit.
www.nrm.org
(413) 298-4100
The Norman Rockwell Museum, located in his hometown, hosts the world’s largest collection of artist’s original work and memorabilia, as well as other exhibitions relating to American illustration.
MASS MoCA
Admits two adults and two children (under 16) for free.
massmoca.org
(413) 662-2111
The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art is a museum in a converted Arnold Print Works factory building complex located in North Adams, Massachusetts. It is one of the largest centers for contemporary visual art and performing arts in the United States.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
Free admission for one family (defined as a group of up to five individuals).
fdrlibrary.org
845-486-7770
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum is a presidential library in Hyde Park, New York. Located on the grounds of Springwood, the Roosevelt family estate, it holds the records of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd president of the United States.
Wethersfield Estate and Garden
Free admission for groups up to six people.
wethersfield.org
845-373-8037
Wethersfield Estate & Garden has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the Department of the Interior for its significance in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Conservation, Arts, Entertainment/Recreation.
Nature Backpacks
Through generous donations from the Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) and Dutchess Land Conservancy, we have nature theme backpacks to help you explore the outdoors. Available for a three week loans.
Seed Library
A Seed Library works just like a regular library. You sign out the seeds you’re borrowing. Plant them in your garden and let some grow to maturity or “go to seed.” Then harvest those seeds and bring them back to us for the next person to grow. Our collection includes: tomatoes, Swiss chard, fennel, flowers and more.
Seek Thermal Camera (iPhone only)
Donated by the North East/Millerton Climate Smart Task Force.
Transform your smartphone or tablet into an all-purpose thermal camera with a 206 x 156 thermal sensor for use at home, the jobsite, and more. Find and fix faster by seeing problems invisible to the naked eye such as: energy loss, electrical and mechanical failures, water damage, and hundreds more heat related issues. Perfect tool for DIY homeowners, contractors, builders, and engineers. 1,000 ft. Detection Distance.
Available for two week loans.
Snowshoe Bundles
Drifter Snowshoe Bundles available in four sizes. Each bundle contains 2 shoes, 2 poles, 2 Trekking Baskets, 2 Powder Baskets, 2 Rubber Tips, in a carrying bag.
Available for two week loans.
Spice Library
Making a new recipe and need a new spice but you don’t want to buy a big container. You can pick some up at our Spice Library. We have containers, but it is always helpful (and less wasteful) if you provide your own.
Adobo
Aleppo
Anise Seed
Annatto
Berbere (Chilli Pepper)
Cardamom Seeds
Cinnamon
Coriander Seed
Cream of Tartar
Cumin Seed
Fenugreek
File
Five Spice Powder
Ras El Hanout
Garam Masala Powder
Ground Allspice
Ground Sumac
Gochugaru
Harissa
Juniper Berries
Lavender
Lemongrass (Thailand)
Mole Powder
Mustard Seeds
Nigella Seeds
Paprika
Pickling Spice
Tarragon
Thyme
Za’atar