Northeastern Tool Library
location_onKeeseville, New York
infoAbout Northeastern Tool Library
The Northeastern Tool Library (NeTL) is a tool lending library in the lower level of the AuSable Valley Grange at 1749 Main Street in Keeseville, New York. In its own words, "The Northeastern Tool Library is housed at the AuSable Valley Grange and operated in partnership with the Keeseville Free Library." The library opened to the public on April 25, 2025.
What You Can Borrow
NeTL describes itself as a place where "you'll find power tools, gardening equipment, and everything you need for your next DIY project." Members get access to hundreds of tools through the online inventory.
Membership
Annual memberships are on a sliding scale of $25, $50, $75 or $100 a year, and the library says it will "never turn away a member for inability to pay." If you don't have a smartphone or internet access, volunteers can fill out an application for you.
Borrowing
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhere is the Northeastern Tool Library?
In the lower level of the AuSable Valley Grange, 1749 Main St, Keeseville, NY 12944.
help_outlineWhen is it open?
Pickup and drop-off are by appointment only. Email keesevilleshares@gmail.com to coordinate.
help_outlineHow much is a membership?
A sliding scale of $25, $50, $75 or $100 per year. The library says it will never turn away a member for inability to pay.
help_outlineHow many tools can I borrow?
Up to 10 tools for up to 14 days at a time, renewable for one more week.
help_outlineCan I donate tools?
Yes, if they are in fair working condition. Gas-powered tools, rusted or broken tools, and building materials are not accepted.
help_outlineWho runs it?
It is housed at the AuSable Valley Grange and operated in partnership with the Keeseville Free Library.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Northeastern Tool Library doesn't lend — buy them once and finish the job. Every item below ships from Amazon.
Tool libraries lend the tools — but you bring your own PPE. These are the basics worth keeping on a shelf.
ANSI-Rated Safety Glasses
Anti-fog, scratch-resistant. The pair you'll actually wear.
Work Gloves (Cut-Resistant)
Level-5 cut resistance handles utility blades and rough lumber.
Ear Protection (NRR 28+)
Circular saws and routers exceed 100 dB. NRR 28+ is the safe floor.
N95 Dust Masks (10-pack)
Critical for sanding, sawing MDF, or drywall work.
Tool libraries don't lend the stuff that gets used up. Buy these once, finish your project.
Sandpaper Variety Pack
60 to 400 grit covers most rough-to-finish work.
Drill Bit Set (Titanium)
Goes through wood, plastic, and most metals. Lasts longer than HSS.
Utility Knife Blades (100-pack)
Standard-size, fit most retractable knives. Cheaper in bulk.
Wood Screws Variety Box
Mixed lengths and gauges — saves a hardware-store trip mid-project.
Cheap, used constantly, not worth a library trip. Build your own small kit with these.
25-ft Tape Measure
Magnetic hook, standout reach. The one tool you'll grab daily.
Combination Screwdriver Set
Magnetic tips. Phillips + flathead in the sizes you'll actually use.
Stud Finder (Magnetic + Electronic)
Multi-mode finders catch both magnetic fasteners and wood/metal studs.
9-in-1 Multi-Bit Driver
Replaces a kit of screwdrivers and nut drivers in one handle.
Books and plans that show you how to actually use the tools you're borrowing.
Reader's Digest Complete DIY Manual
Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall — the household bible.
The Woodworker's Pocket Book
Joints, wood species, finishes — fits in a tool bag.
Black & Decker Wiring Guide
Code-current, illustrated, written for homeowners not electricians.
Pencil & Carpenter Marker Set
Mechanical carpenter pencils + deep-hole markers — endless small wins.
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Recommendations are editorially independent — picks based on what tool-library users typically need alongside borrowed tools.
location_onContact & Location
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card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
compare_arrowsNearby Tool Libraries
| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tool Library Albany | Albany, NY | 128 mi | star5.0 | 20 |
| Portland Maine Tool Library | Portland, ME | 170 mi | star5.0 | 25 |
| Boston Public Library | Boston, MA | 192 mi | star4.8 | Free |
| Brooklyn Public Library - Greenpoint Branch | Brooklyn, NY | 262 mi | star3.9 | Free |
| West Philly Tool Library | Philadelphia, PA | 327 mi | star4.7 | $20/year (sliding scale) |
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