[1] The library building is a small Beaux Arts stone structure, designed by Auburn architect William R. Miller and built in 1901–03.

It is a basically L-shaped building, with its long sides facing Academy and High Streets, joined at the corner by a low circular tower with a low-pitch conical roof and spire.

The interior of the library has retained much of its original woodwork, including particularly elegant arches, pilasters, and molding in the tower section.

This organization failed in 1880, and in 1890 the Farmington Public Library Association was formed, renting space in the local Masonic hall.

Founders of this association included John and Isaac Cutler, the latter of whom donated the funds for the construction of this building, which is named in honor of his father Nathan.

[2] Franklin County’s first public library was established in 1845 at Keith’s Mills, currently a part of Chesterville.

The polished oak woodwork of the interior was done by Joseph Matthew of Farmington, and the stonework was done by Horace Purington & Co. D.H. Currier of Chesterville did the foundation.