Central Library: Main Elevator Out of Order
One of the main elevators at Central Library is currently out of order. Estimated time of disruption is unknown. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Library Services Update
HPL is recovering from the City of Hamilton's cybersecurity-related incident, which began Sunday February 25 and continues today. Learn more.
- Public computers are available at all branches. JAWS (Job Access With Speech) computers are not available.
- Printing is available at all branches.
- Photocopying and scanning is available at all branches except at Westdale & Concession.
- Public Wi-Fi is available at all branches.
- Makerspace services are available at select locations.
Contact Library Staff at 289-779-7588, hpl.ca or askus@hpl.ca. Check hpl.ca/events for programs and hpl.ca/hours for open hours.
Black History Month
Books for Adults
Books for Kids
Film
Resources and Activities
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HPL's former Junior Librarian, Ainara A., talks about the achievements of Viola Desmond in this video. Learn more about Viola in this Discover at Home activity sheet.
Events
HPL honours Black history, culture and the legacy of Black Canadians with a lineup of film screenings, author talks, concerts, and art exhibitions. View HPL’s lineup of Black History Month Events.
Friday February 21: Jackie Washington Day
HPL celebrates Hamilton-born blues master and radio icon. Hear the music and stories of Hamilton's Jackie Washington as performed by Ken Whitely in the Hamilton Room. Ken worked with Jackie for over 50 years, recorded and toured with him across the country and looks forward to sharing in story and song a bit of the Jackie Washington magic.
