Thanks for Your Generosity!

Donated by Karl Briel, in memory of Dorothy Briel, "Family", by Guillermo Ruiz, c. 1927 located in the Library Reading Garden.

Useful Links

The Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) is an international organization that provides links to member libraries and organizations on its website.

• Arnold Arboretum Library
• Brooklyn Botanic Garden Library
• Dumbarton Oaks
• Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Library Information

Hours

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Access Information

The Tower Hill Library supports the mission and programs of Tower Hill and has over 3000 resources on horticulture including books on gardening for all ages and abilities. Our library is open to all and is a great space for reading, quiet study and research. We welcome you to drop by any Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm while visiting Tower Hill, or contact us by email or phone, 508.869.6111 x116 with your questions. We love questions, so don't hesitate to make an appointment with the librarian if you're working on a topic that may require reference assistance.

Electronic Access

Our print collection is searchable online. We also have access to several online databases and other electronic resources.

Binoculars and Bird/Butterfly Guidebooks

Tower Hill members may borrow binoculars and guidebooks every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10 to 4 in the library, on a first-come, first-served basis. Please call with questions or for additional information.

Collection Strengths

Special strengths include books and journals on annuals, bonsai, community gardens, flower arranging, fruits, garden design, greenhouse gardening, history, international gardens, literature by and about gardeners, organic gardening, perennials, pests, practical horticulture, pruning, trees and shrubs, vegetables and wildflowers.

Special Collections

We hold over 1500 rare items in a secure, climate-controlled vault along with historic records and archival materials of the Worcester County Horticultural Society. In addition, we maintain the Fuller Teacher Resource Collection, more than 14,500 horticultural slides, photographs, portraits, maps and plans, WCHS awards and a children's collection. Our oldest journal dates back to 1794 and we have over 40 current periodical subscriptions.

Borrowing and Returning Books

Materials may be borrowed by members of the Worcester County Horticultural Society for one month. Returns may be made in person, by mail, by drop-off at the Reception Desk when the library is closed, or by returning to the Boylston Public Library or other area public libraries.

Book Club

Tower Hill Library's first book group is officially launched, and all spaces are filled. Our first title is Walden by Henry David Thoreau. We invite you to read along as part of the club, or on your own. Discussion with others may illuminate the classic as never before; rereading it with 21st century eyes may do the same.

Let us know of your interest in participating in a future book club by calling or sending us an email!

For more information

Please call the Library at 508.869.6111 x116 or email the Librarian.