About BNML
The Library
Bent Northrop Memorial Library serves the people residing in the town of Fairfield, Vermont. BNML was established in 1987 with a gift from Bent Northrop’s daughter, Consuelo Northrop Bailey, as a memorial to her father. Mary Northrop Wallis, sister of Consuelo, left a fund for books upon her death. Dr. Winston and Mrs. Frederika (Northrop) Sargent provided a third generous donation.
It is quite an appropriate memorial as Bent Northrop and his wife, Katherine Fletcher Northrop, made great efforts and sacrifices to educate their daughters. Consuelo, a woman of many “firsts” in public service, was the first woman Lieutenant Governor in the United States. She authored a book entitled Leaves Before the Wind, a witty and charming account of a woman pioneering twentieth century life in Vermont.
In addition to great books, the library offers WiFi, on-line databases, word processing, magazine subscriptions (both in print and electronically), and new in 2009 downloadable audio books! As a Public Library, all of our basic services are free for anyone who wishes to use them. Fees may be charged for printing, photocopying, Inter-library Loans, and other special services. Library Policies are established by the Library Board of Trustees.
The Trustees
The Bent Northrop Memorial Library Trustee Board consists of five Fairfield citizens elected by the public for either two or three year terms. The board meets every third Thursday of the month at 3pm in the community room. This meeting is always open to the public. The public is encouraged to contact the trustees with comments or concerns regarding BNML. You may click on the individual’s name to email:
Julie Wolcott, Chair Person
Jennifer Archambault
Laura Fulwiler, Secretary
Albert Tetrault, Wise Man
Sue Magnan, Treasurer
The Staff
Kristen Hughes, Community Librarian and Wendy Maquera are here to serve you. Please feel free to contact them with questions or concerns regarding the public library.
Bent Northrop Memorial Library Policies
BNML Exhibit Policy
BNML Service Policy and General Operation Policy
BNML Materials Selection Policy
