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Thursday, April 30, 2026 - 5:30pm
Central Library: Non-Partner Survey
Starting Monday, April 27 until May 4, non-partner community organizations are encouraged to participate in a short survey. HPL would like to learn how the Library Card Access Pilot Project and the toxic drug crisis in general affect non-partner organizations. Please note that the survey is not anonymous. Start now at www.hpl.ca/non-partner-survey.
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Monday, April 27, 2026 - 9:30am
Software Maintenance - Victoria Day, Monday, May 18
Due to software maintenance, HPL library's catalogue, online services and library accounts will not be available between 9am and 7pm on Monday, May 18. Thank you for your patience.
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Friday, April 24, 2026 - 9:00am
Central Library - Fire Drill, Tuesday, May 5, 11am
Due to Staff training, Central Library will close from 11am to Noon on Tuesday, May 5. You may visit Locke and Barton Branches as the next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Concession Branch - Renovations Underway
Renovations are expected to be completed by May 7. Construction repairs and noise may impact your next visit. Thank you for your understanding.
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Monday, April 13, 2026 - 1:15pm
Mount Hope Branch - Delayed Opening, Monday, May 4
Due to Staff training, Mount Hope Branch will have a delayed opening of 2 pm on Monday, May 4. You may visit Turner Park Branch as the next nearest location for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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Friday, March 27, 2026 - 8:00am
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor
Renovations are currently underway for the 2nd floor Central Children's Area. Programs are still being offered as scheduled and there is a temporary pop-up Children’s Area on the northeast side of the 2nd floor (near the Piano Room), including access to collections and train tables. Construction is expected to be completed by late Spring. Thank you for your patience during this time.
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Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
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.
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Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Hamilton Waterfront Discovery Centre Study to Reimagine Library Branch and Indigenous Gathering Space
HAMILTON, ON – September 23, 2025 – Hamilton Public Library (HPL) in partnership with the City of Hamilton’s Indigenous Relations Division (IRD) is moving forward with the redevelopment of the former Canadian Marine Discovery Centre at 77 Harbourside Way on Hamilton’s waterfront.
The vision for the site includes a new library branch, Indigenous gathering space, cultural heritage exhibition space, café, and visitor amenities.
After a competitive process for a Study consultant, Lord Cultural Resources has been chosen to lead the Discovery Centre Program Design and Development Study. The Study will guide the future use and design of the building and help shape the next phase of planning and engagement.
Lord Cultural Resources was selected through a competitive process for strong cultural and community-based design, demonstrated commitment to Indigenous collaboration, and thoughtful approach to complex, multi-partner projects. Their proposal reflects shared values of inclusive consultation, cultural sensitivity, and design excellence.
Lord Cultural Resources will work closely with the project team, Indigenous community, local partners, and members of the public to gather ideas, input, and feedback. Community voices are essential in shaping a shared vision for the site—one that honours Indigenous perspectives, fosters connection, and reflects Hamilton's diversity.
“We thank Library staff, the City of Hamilton, the City’s Indigenous Relations staff, Indigenous community members, and Hamilton residents. This is an exciting and inspiring step toward reimagining the former Discovery Centre as a welcoming, inclusive place of learning, gathering, and cultural celebration,” says Gagan Batra, Board Chair, Hamilton Public Library. “We look forward to working with Lord Cultural Resources and the community to bring this vision to life.”
"The study for this site is an important step forward in bringing together Indigenous people from many nations with HPL and the City to share knowledge, stories and perspectives," says Katelyn LaForme, Director of Indigenous Relations, Indigenous Relations Division, City of Hamilton. "We want to come together in a good way, to create a place that is meaningful and provides an opportunity to showcase the amazing and diverse culture, language, and art of Indigenous people in this area."
“Hamilton was the birthplace of our co-founder, Barry Lord, who believed in a people-first philosophy when it came to rethinking our cultural spaces,” says Dov Goldstein, Lord Partner. “We look forward to working with the Library, Hamilton’s Indigenous Relations staff, Indigenous community members and local residents to re-envision this important waterfront site into a vital and welcoming gathering space.”
The project is guided by a Steering Committee and Working Group, established in 2024, with representatives from the Indigenous community, the City’s Indigenous Relations staff, and Hamilton Public Library staff. These groups will continue to support the process alongside the consultant team. The Study is expected to begin Fall 2025 and results presented to Council in 2027.
Project updates will be posted regularly at 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 X, Instagram @hamiltonlibrary, and Facebook at HamiltonPublicLibrary.
About 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.
