Starting Monday, March 16, adults 18+ are required to show their Library card to access Central Library. This is a temporary measure to ensure safety for all. Thank you for your patience in advance.
Central Library - New Library Card Check-in Process
Published:
Friday, March 13, 2026 - 5:45pm
Central Library - Fourth Floor Closure, March 18
The 4th Floor will be closed on Wednesday, March 18, 11:30 am-2:30 pm for a Magic Show. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces, including Study Pods, are available on Floors 2-3. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 8:00am
Central Library - Fourth Floor Closure, March 21
The 4th Floor will be closed on Saturday, March 21, 9 am-4 pm, for a March Break event, SciFUN Day. Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces, including Study Pods, are available on Floors 2-3. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 8:00am
Concession Branch Children's Area Reduced Service
A Children's area activity table, including the children's computers at Concession Branch are unavailable due to a facility issue. We aim to fix them as soon as possible.
Published:
Monday, March 9, 2026 - 11:30am
Bookmobile Service Modifications
With the recent closure of Six Nations Public Library, HPL's Bookmobile will change its bi-weekly visits to weekly starting Friday, March 13.
Starting Tuesday, March 17, Court at Rushdale moves to bi-weekly on Tuesdays (10:30am-11am), instead of Fridays.
Published:
Friday, March 6, 2026 - 1:45pm
HPL Telephone Main Line Roll Back
HPL's original phone number is back in service. Please call 905-546-3200. The 289-779-7588 number, created due to the 2024 cybersecurity incident, is also working.
Published:
Friday, March 6, 2026 - 9:15am
Valley Park Community Centre Closure
From March 23 until April 12, Valley Park Community Centre will be closed for renovations, reopening April 13. Pool and changerooms will remain closed until early summer 2026.
Valley Park Branch will remain open during the renovations for your library needs.
Published:
Friday, February 27, 2026 - 11:00am
Concession Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Concession Branch's Living Room and Makerspace areas are closed. (The next nearest Makerspaces are Sherwood and Terryberry Branches.) Seating may be limited at times. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Sherwood Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Central Library - Living Room Renovation Preparation
Starting Tuesday February 10, the First Floor Living Room is closed due to renovation preparations. Study and work spaces are available on Floors 2-4. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 9:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Hamilton Residents Invited to Participate in Discovery Centre Survey
HAMILTON, ON – January 5, 2026 – Hamilton Public Library (HPL), in partnership with City of Hamilton’s Indigenous Relations Division (IRD) and Lord Cultural Resources is exploring the redevelopment of the former Canadian Marine Discovery Centre at 77 Harbourside Way on Hamilton’s waterfront. Community and Indigenous feedback will play a key role in informing the project.
Hamilton residents and members of Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit are invited to participate in a Discovery Centre survey from January 5 to 23, 2026, to share ideas and feedback on the revamped facility. The survey can be completed online, and paper copies are available at all HPL Branches and Bookmobile visits and must be returned on or before January 23.
The vision for the site includes a new library branch, an Indigenous gathering space, a cultural heritage exhibition space, a café and visitor amenities.
In September 2025, Lord Cultural Resources was chosen to lead the Discovery Centre Program Design and Development Study. The Study will guide the future use and design of the building, helping to shape the next phases of planning and engagement.
The project is guided by a Steering Committee and Working Group, established in 2024 with representatives from the Urban Indigenous community, the City’s Indigenous Relations Division staff, and Hamilton Public Library Staff. These groups continue to support the process alongside the consultant team. The study’s findings are expected to be presented to City Council in 2027.
For project updates and to participate in the survey, visit hpl.ca/discovery-centre.
About Hamilton Public Library
The Hamilton Public Library is a vibrant hub for information and culture, providing our diverse community the Freedom to Belong and Discover. As one of the largest library systems in Canada, Hamiltonians discover something new at our 23 locations, Bookmobile, or through our extensive digital collections. Visit us online at hpl.ca. Connect with us on Instagram and X @hamiltonlibrary, and Facebook and LinkedIn at HamiltonPublicLibrary.
About the City of Hamilton’s Indigenous Relations Division
The Indigenous Relations Division provides action-oriented, strategic leadership and guidance to advance the implementation of Hamilton's Urban Indigenous Strategy (UIS). The team supports leaders and staff from city divisions and departments in making progress towards the goals of the UIS and to strengthen the City’s relationship with Indigenous communities.
About Lord Cultural Resources
Lord Cultural Resources was founded by Gail and Barry Lord in 1981 and grew to become the world’s most impactful cultural planning firm focused on museums, cultural districts, and the creative economy. With offices in Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, Madrid and Mumbai, Lord Cultural Resources has helped to create places, spaces and experiences in over 2,700 projects in 57 countries and 450 cities.
