Gloucester Photograph Collection

The photographs in this collection come from two main sources: the Cape Ann Vertical Files, located in the Local History area, is a collection of file folders containing information about Gloucester and Cape Ann; and photographs taken for or by the library staff to document library events.  

Sawyer Free Library Photographs

These photographs document the rich history of the library and its contribution to community life on Cape Ann.

  • Buildings

Saunders House

1976 structure

2025 structure

The 1764 building was acquired by Samuel Sawyer in 1884 to house the library.

The library expanded with a large addition.

The library is currently undergoing a total renovation of the 1976 structure and a 14,000 sq ft new addition.

List of Photographs

List of Photographs

List of Photographs

  • People and Events

The library services and events that the library staff have provided throughout the years.

List of Photographs