The Albright Memorial Library stands on the site of the Albright Family homestead. John J. Albright built the Library as his gift to the people of Scranton. Construction began in June 1891 and was completed in June 1893 at a cost of $125,000. The building is owned by the Scranton Public Library Authority, and operated by the Board of Trustees of the Scranton Public Library. The Scranton Public Library envisions a future in which everyone has free access to a diversity of resources needed to lead productive and fulfilling lives. The Scranton Public Library strives to enhance the lives of all individuals by offering free access to materials and programs designed to satisfy the informational and recreational needs of our community. The library is open seven days a week: Sunday 1-5, Monday 9-9, Tuesday 9-9, Wednesday 9-9, Thursday 9-9, Friday 9-6, Saturday 9-5. For more information call 570-348-3000 or visit the Library’s website at lclshome.org/b/Albright-memorial-library/