Hagaman Memorial Library

What Hagaman Memorial Library does

Hagaman Memorial Library is a municipal public library serving the residents of East Haven, Connecticut, founded in 1931 through a donation from Isaac Hagaman. The library operates from its main building at 227 Main Street — which underwent a complete renovation and reopened on May 2, 2026 following flood damage from a broken pipe in April 2025 — and supports a popup satellite location at the East Haven Senior Center. It provides lending collections (72,000+ physical items), digital media access, educational programming for all age groups, career-development resources, and social-services referrals to a town of approximately 28,000 residents.

The library's core technology stack consists of a Biblio-based online public access catalog (OPAC) plus a dedicated mobile app, layered with a suite of third-party digital platforms: Libby/Overdrive for ebooks and audiobooks, Hoopla for streaming movies/music (expanded to 8 borrows/month during the closure), the Palace Project for e-reader access, MyHeritage Library Edition for genealogy, ResearchIT CT and AtoZdatabases for research, and Brainfuse JobNow plus LearningExpress for workforce development. Community programming is structured around age-segmented personas — children, teens, adults/seniors, people with disabilities, and job seekers — delivered through in-person sessions, partner-located events, Discord for teens, and Zoom for virtual attendance. The library also operates a digital community archive (My Town My Story) with the Connecticut Digital Archive.

Hagaman is a private non-profit entity funded almost entirely by the Town of East Haven's municipal appropriations, with supplemental program funding from IMLS Library Services and Technology Act grants administered by the Connecticut State Library and occasional donations through community giving events. All patron-facing services are free with a library card; there is no fee revenue. Operations are governed by a Board of Trustees and led by Library Director Sarah Mallory, with a staff of 11-50 supported by an extensive network of civic partnerships spanning AARP, East Haven Public Schools, the Senior Center, Recreation Department, and regional library consortia.

Name

Hagaman Memorial Library

Legal name

Hagaman Memorial Library

Website

https://hagamanlibrary.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1931

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hagaman Memorial Library is a municipal public library in East Haven, Connecticut that provides free lending collections, digital media platforms, research databases, and age-segmented educational and community programming to local residents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Library Services

NAICS

Libraries and Archives (51921), Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services (5192), Historical Sites (712120)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Library Operations & Community Branch Management (EDAEAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Libraries, Archives & Special Collections (BPAGAHAF), Public Libraries & Information Services (BPAIACAO), Digital Library & Electronic Resources Operations (e-Resources, Repositories, Licensing) (EDAEAGAF), Library-Based Learning Programs (Public Libraries) (EDAAAFAA)

Keywords

• Public library services
• Digital media lending
• Community education programs
• Research databases access
• Library card services

Headquarters

HQ city

East Haven

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Municipal Funding: Operating budget funded by Town of East Haven. Capital improvements may be supplemented through grants and donations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hagaman Memorial Library is a municipal public library that lends physical and digital media, provides free access to subscription research databases and career tools, and delivers educational and recreational programming for all ages to the East Haven, CT community. It serves patrons in person at 227 Main Street, through a popup satellite location, online via multiple digital lending apps, and through community partnerships with schools, the senior center, and civic organizations.

Product overview

Hagaman Memorial Library provides comprehensive public library services to the East Haven, Connecticut community through both physical and digital channels. The library operates its core Biblio-based catalog and dedicated mobile app for discovering and managing physical materials. Digital services are delivered through multiple platforms including Libby/Overdrive for ebooks and audiobooks, Hoopla Digital for streaming movies and music, and the Palace App for e-reader access. Research capabilities are enhanced through ResearchIT CT databases, MyHeritage Library Edition for genealogy, and AtoZdatabases for business and people search. Career development resources include JobNow and LearningExpress Job and Career Accelerator. The library serves all ages through diverse programming including STEM Club, Teen Advisory Group, Summer Reading Program, genealogy and craft clubs, and yoga classes. Additional services encompass museum passes, notary services, homebound delivery, tax assistance, and food assistance resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hagaman Mobile App: Mobile application for accessing library catalog and services
• Hagaman Teen Advisory Group (HTAG)
• Popup Library

Products and services

• Hagaman Library Mobile App Dedicated library mobile application letting Hagaman Memorial Library patrons search the catalog, manage their user accounts, and access library digital services on mobile devices.
• Biblio Library Catalog Online public access catalog (OPAC) for searching library holdings, managing user accounts, placing holds, and requesting materials from Hagaman Memorial Library.
• Libby/Overdrive Digital Lending Free app for borrowing ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines with a Hagaman library card; users can stream with Wi-Fi or mobile data or download titles for offline use.
• Hoopla Digital Digital media streaming platform offering instant borrowing of movies, music, ebooks, and more available 24/7 with a Hagaman library card; users may borrow up to 8 items per month.
• Palace App E-reader Service Free, easy-to-use e-reader app via The Palace Project that lets patrons find, check out, and read or listen to library ebooks and audiobooks; includes the Palace Bookshelf collection of 10,000+ free titles.
• JobNow (Brainfuse) Career Assistance Live, interactive online job assistance service providing job coaching, interview practice, resume writing lab, 24/7 access to job resources, GED preparation, and Spanish-speaking support with a library card.
• MyHeritage Library Edition Genealogy and family history database with billions of historical records, including census, gravestone, family tree, and birth, marriage, death, immigration, and military records worldwide; remote access available with a Hagaman library card.
• LearningExpress Job and Career Accelerator Career development platform enabling job and internship search, skills matching to occupations, resume and cover letter writing, and college and scholarship exploration across more than 1,100 occupations.
• ResearchIT CT Databases Connecticut State Library database system providing free access to a suite of research databases through One Search, authenticated by patron library barcode number.
• AtoZdatabases Business and people search database for finding businesses, people, and job opportunities, available with a Hagaman library card.
• BookPage Digital Subscription Digital subscription service providing monthly discovery of new book releases and reading recommendations, with access to current and past editions via bookpage.com/hagamanlibrary/.
• Museum Passes Program Discounted and free museum and attraction passes available for borrowing with an adult library card, including passes to CT's Beardsley Zoo, Shoreline Trolley Museum, Wadsworth Atheneum, and Connecticut Science Center.
• Burbio Calendar Integration Aggregated local events calendar service combining library, school, and community events with personalized feeds and Google or iPhone calendar sync capabilities.
• Homebound Services Outreach service providing library materials and resources to East Haven community members who are homebound or unable to visit the library in person.
• Notary Service Notary public services available at the library for patron document notarization needs.
• AARP Tax-Aide Program Free tax preparation assistance through a partnership with AARP and East Haven Recreation Department, offered at off-site location by appointment.
• My Town My Story: East Haven Digital Archive Digital community archive program enabling East Haven residents to preserve and share photos, videos, documents, and stories documenting local history; contributions are deposited in the Connecticut Digital Archive while participants retain copyright.
• LEGO Builders Club Monthly club inviting young builders to create with library LEGO collections, with creations on display until the next meeting; free and open to ages 4 and up.
• Summer Reading Program Annual reading incentive program with prizes and raffle drawings for completing reading challenges, with separate tracks for kids, teens, and adults.
• STEM Club Monthly STEM program run in collaboration with East Haven High School students on third Wednesdays, featuring hands-on activities such as egg drop challenges and lava lamp making.
• Yoga Classes Free beginner to intermediate yoga classes taught by a 500+ hour certified instructor on Wednesday evenings; no sign-up required.
• Genealogy Club Monthly community club for family history research, serving novices through experienced researchers, meeting on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. with remote access to MyHeritage Library Edition.
• Hagaman Library Discord Server Online community Discord server for teen patrons ages 13-18, providing a safe space to socialize, share messages and images, and receive library updates.
• Teen Advisory Group (HTAG) Teen-led advisory group that shapes library teen services, suggests books for the collection, plans events, and enables members to earn community service hours, meeting weekly on Fridays.
• Award-Winning Mother Goose on the Loose Program Interactive early literacy program for babies and toddlers featuring songs, rhymes, finger plays, movement, puppets, and short books, offered at Hagaman Memorial Library.
• Food Assistance Resources Community resource directory linking patrons to local food banks, food pantries, and food assistance programs including CT Foodshare and 211 Connecticut.
• Knitting and Crochet Clubs Weekly craft clubs for knitting and crochet enthusiasts with materials provided, open to all skill levels with registration required.

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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App detail

Integration17 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AARPcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026AARP Tax-Aide program partnership providing free tax preparation assistance to community members at Hays School location in 2026
• East Haven Senior CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Popup Library location at 91 Taylor Avenue inside Senior Center; donated space for satellite library services during building renovation
• Read to GrowminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Donated children's books for popup library giveaway program
• Connecticut State LibrarycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Administers IMLS grants; provides ResearchIT CT databases; manages Palace app platform; supports digital services
• James Blackstone LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Branford library assisted with Hagaman card distribution during building closure
• East Haven Recreation DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Co-partner in AARP tax assistance program and various community programs
• Community Partners (Schools, FRC, ETV, etc.)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Multiple community organizations providing space for programs during closure: East Haven Public Schools, Family Resource Center, East Haven Adult Ed, ETV, Old Stone Church, East Haven Youth Services
• Tweed New Haven AirportminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Movie night sponsor providing pizza and drinks for community events
• Connecticut Digital Archive (CTDA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Joint program 'My Town, My Story' for community digital archiving and local history preservation
• Connecticut HumanitiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partner in My Town My Story program; sponsors By the People: Conversations Beyond 250 America250 event
• Brainfuse (JobNow)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2020Online job coaching, resume assistance, and career resources platform subscription for patrons
• BurbiominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2018Free event calendar aggregation service; provides unified East Haven community events calendar
• Overdrive/LibbycoreTechnology or IntegrationDigital audiobook and ebook lending platform accessible via Libby app
• Hoopla DigitalcoreTechnology or IntegrationDigital movies, music, ebooks lending platform; temporarily expanded to 8 free borrows/month during closure
• The Palace ProjectcoreTechnology or IntegrationFree e-reader app providing access to library ebooks and audiobooks through Connecticut State Library
• MyHeritage Library EditioncoreTechnology or IntegrationGenealogy and family history database; remote access available with library card

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hagaman-memorial-library

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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