Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Mon, Sept 7: Library Closed - All Stops Cancelled
Tues, Sept 8:
Strathcona Cancelled
McMaster Cancelled
Thurs, Sept 10:
Rockton moved to Saturday
Millgrove moved to Saturday
Sat, Sept 12:
Stoney Creek Cancelled
Riverdale Cancelled
Due to construction at the Concession Branch hours are changing temporarily, beginning Fri Aug 7 to mid-September.
Mon-Thu 5-7pm
Fri Closed
Sat 9am-5pm
Members can change their Holds pickup location in their library accounts or can contact Staff. Or Holds can be paused until after the branch returns to regular open hours.
Some programs will be moved to the Sherwood Branch, 467 Upper Ottawa St. Please check hpl.ca/events for up-to-date program changes.
The accessible washroom at Kenilworth Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
For several years, Local History and Archives, created several digital sites highlighting aspects of Hamilton's history. These sites are available to access.
Love Your City Share Your Stories
From a rich and robust history, to a wonderfully diverse community, everyone has a story. This project features stories about Hamilton and Hamiltonians- both past and present.
Canadian Public Parks Movement: The Hamilton Experience
This site gives the history of 50 Hamilton’s parks.
Cultural Landmarks of Hamilton-Wentworth
This site gives the history of many landmarks in Hamilton.
The Heart of the City: A Virtual Tour of Downtown Hamilton
This site gives an overview of the buildings surrounding Gore Park in downtown Hamilton with photographs and historical information.
Industrial Hamilton: The Trail to the Future
This site gives an overview of Hamilton’s industrial history and includes histories of specific industries, past and present. It also includes histories of the railways and street railways in Hamilton.
