The Salem Public Library is a public library at 370 Essex Street in Salem, Massachusetts.

The library building was constructed in 1855 for John Bertram, a prominent sea captain, and his family.

[2] On December 1, 1887, the Bertram family wrote a letter stating their intent to donate the Italianate style mansion to the city of Salem for use as a library, and the city accepted the offer.

The library opened its doors on July 8, 1889.

The library is part of the North of Boston Library Exchange (NOBLE), a consortium of 26 public and academic libraries, and is located within the Chestnut Street Historic District.