Memorial Hall Library

Bring history to life with our historical newspapers!

Did you know Memorial Hall Library has digitized select local newspapers dating from 1853 through 1967? These papers are available online in searchable PDFs making what was once only available on microfilm accessible from home. The Library has just completed the second phase of a multi-year project to digitize old Andover newspapers. The latest phase of this endeavor gives researchers online access to a searchable database of local newspapers including:

  • Andover Advertiser 2/1853 - 2/1866
  • Andover Townsman  10/1887 - 3/1967
  • Lawrence American 2/1866 -12/1907

These historical newspapers can help you with your genealogical research, projects, or just for fascinating reading!

Take a look at the Andover Townsman from December 11, 1941 with the country still reeling from the Pearl Harbor Attack:

Interesting historical accounts and more await you in our collection! Take a look here.

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