Central Library
Hours & Information
Open today until 8:00pm
Monday
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday
Closed
Phone: (905) 546-3200
Email: askhpl@hpl.ca
The first Hamilton Public Library building opened on September 16, 1890 by the Earl and Countess of Aberdeen on the north side of Main Street West. In 1913, a new main library opened. This building was replaced in 1980 by Central…
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Holidays and Closures
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October 11Sunday, October 11, 2026Closed All Day
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Thanksgiving DayMonday, October 12, 2026Closed All Day
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Christmas DayFriday, December 25, 2026Closed All Day
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Boxing DaySaturday, December 26, 2026Closed All Day
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December 28Monday, December 28, 2026Closed All Day
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New Years DayFriday, January 1, 2027Closed All Day
Bus Routes
Any bus that stops at the MacNab Street Terminal and/or at King and James St
Branch Manager
Sarah Gauthier, Allison Stockton-Aird
Branch Features
- Book Return
- Computer Training Lab
- Multipurpose Rooms
- Public Use Computers
- Free WiFi
- Wheelchair Accessible
- French Collection
- Bike Rack
- Makerspace
- Makerspace Booking
- Makerspace Equipment
- Self-Serve Lamination
- Black and White and Colour Copying
- Scan to USB and Email
Branch Features
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Accessible Counter
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Accessible Washroom
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Automatic Door Opener
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Accessible Ramp
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Accessible Interview Space
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Elevator
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Family Change Room
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Hearing Loop