Library History

Hauppauge Public Library was established on October 3, 2000, thanks to the vision and determination of a small group of residents from the Town of Islip portion of Hauppauge who believed their community deserved a library of its own.

Celebrating 25 Years

Take a trip down memory lane with a commemorative slideshow highlighting 25 years of shared moments. 

Library History Booklet


The booklet is dedicated to the residents of the Hauppauge Public Library district – past, present, and future residents, its founders, staff and all who have helped support the mission of the library.


You can explore our history by downloading the booklet here: https://tinyurl.com/59vp2cc8.


An accompanying narrated video is also available below: