Uxbridge Public Library Celebrates New Improvements

UXBRIDGE: One of Uxbridge’s most iconic landmarks, the Uxbridge Public Library, originally built in 1887, has recently undergone significant restoration work to preserve its historic charm. To mark the occasion, the library hosted a special celebration, inviting residents and visitors to explore the newly restored features.

In addition to the clock restoration, the Millennial Chimes, which were installed in 1999 to ring in the new millennium, have been replaced with a new system. In 2025, an anonymous donor came forward with an offer to purchase a new carillon for the community, once the clock repairs were completed. Remarkably, the same individual who installed the original chimes in 1999 also installed the new system this year.

“This restoration is more than just a renovation. It is a celebration of Uxbridge’s heritage, craftsmanship, and community spirit,” said Councillor Zed Pickering, Library Board Council Representative. “We are proud to preserve this important piece of history for future generations.”