The East Hampton Library has served the community for over 110 years. As the needs of the community grew, it evolved with the times, making way for a modern research library, an extensive collection of DVDs, and study nooks amongst oak bookcases. The building, which became its home in 1912, has been added onto seven times and another expansion is planned and pending village approval. The Long Island Collection holds many rare documents and artifacts, including a piece of cloth that Captain Kidd gave to Mrs. Gardiner during his trip to Gardiner's Island in 1699, an Indian bible dating to 1685, and the Thomas Moran Biographical Art Collection. With a wide array of programs, the library attracts high school students studying for exams and authors working on their novels.