From the outside you could easily mistake the Oswego Public Library for a castle. It is prominently positioned on a hill-top and its castellated Norman Revival architecture ensures that it remains an Oswego landmark, often referred to as the Castle on the Hill. The library first opened in 1857 and is the oldest library in the US. Now, 160 years later, the library is still a great attraction for book worms and families. The Children’s Room on the upper level presents regular programs for children including Wednesday and Friday Story Hour. Everyone is welcome to bring their children to join in and develop of love of reading. Adults have access to a brilliant collection of book, magazines, e-books and computers.

Address: Oswego Public Library, 120 E. 2nd Street, Oswego, NY 13126, Phone: 315-341-5867

Visit the star-shaped Fort Ontario State Historic Site Lear about WWII history at the Safe Haven Museum Feel the rush at the Oswego Speedway Visit the Richardson-Bates House Museum Take a tour of The State University of New York Oswego Enjoy the views of the Oswego River Tour the H. Lee White Maritime Museum On a rainy day, visit the Oswego Public Library Enjoy farm-to-table food at La Parrilla Grill and Wine Bar Take the kids to GJP Italian Eatery Take the kids to Children’s Museum of Oswego (CMOO) Connect with nature at the Rice Creek Field Station

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