Magazine and ILLO Delay
Magazine and ILLO deliveries are delayed due to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) strike. Thank you for your understanding.
City IT Planned Maintenance
A City IT systems update is scheduled for early Saturday morning. This will impact access to HPL's network and some applications. This update will improve overall network capacity, performance, resiliency, reliability and is the foundation for future network updates. Thank you for your patience.
3D Printing Not Available On Sundays
Please note that 3D printing services are unavailable on Sundays. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Early Closure - All HPL Branches, Friday, November 22
Due to a special event, all HPL branches will close at 4 pm on Friday, November 22.
Central Library's 4th Floor will be closed all day except for the Newcomer Learning Centre and Makerspace which will be open until 4 pm.
Regular service hours resume on Saturday, November 23.
Thank you for your understanding.
Delayed Branch Openings
Due to Staff training, the following branches have delayed openings of 10 am on:
Tuesday, November 19: Concession
Wednesday, November 20: Ancaster (2 pm opening)
Thursday, November 21: Valley Park
Please visit nearby branches for your library needs. www.hpl.ca/hours
Kenilworth Branch - Roof Repairs
From November 11 to 29, the parking lot may not be available at certain times of the day due to repair maintenance. There may also be some noise disruptions in the branch. Thank you for your understanding.
Art Gallery of Hamilton Pass
As a Hamilton Public Library Member, you know there’s a world of discovery, all for free. Add free admission for up to four adults at the Art Gallery of Hamilton to the list. Children and students always get in free at AGH.
Starting February 14, 2023, you can borrow an AGH Pass for 14-days and use it during regular operating hours at the AGH.
The Incite Foundation for the Arts generously sponsors this Pass in partnership with the Art Gallery of Hamilton and Hamilton Public Library.
What can I see at the AGH with this Pass?
You can see all current exhibitions, including temporary, special and permanent exhibits.
How can I find out about current exhibits at AGH?
Visit artgalleryofhamilton.com for details. Programs and tours included with this admission are listed on the What’s On page.
Are there discounts available with this Pass?
You can get 10% off an AGH membership with this Pass. This Pass doesn’t provide discounts at the AGH Shop or Horse and Train Bistro.
Can I use this Pass to visit other art galleries or museums?
No. This Pass is for use only at the AGH. However, a HPL card can be used to get in free at any Hamilton Civic Museum.
Can I attend special events/workshops with the AGH Pass?
Yes. However, this Pass can’t be used to gain entry to any events or workshops where there's an additional charge above admission.
Borrow the AGH Pass with your HPL library card.
Need a Library Card? Register at any HPL branch or Online.