Due to the continuing Mohawk College Support Staff strike, the Monday, September 29 (Noon-1 pm) visit has been cancelled. Holds can be picked up at the Terryberry Branch as an alternative option. Thank you for your understanding.
Bookmobile Service Modification
Published:
Friday, September 26, 2025 - 3:00pm
Interlibrary Loan Service on Pause
Interlibrary Loan (ILLO) service will be temporarily paused starting Friday, September 26, due to continued negotiations between CUPW and Canada Post. We apologize for the inconvenience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, September 26, 2025 - 1:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees
Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Temporary Closure (Sept 2 - Oct 14)
Due to roof repair maintenance, the Branch is temporarily closed from September 2 until October 14. Please visit the Red Hill, Parkdale, and Barton locations as your nearest branches for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - 8:00am
Historical Records of the City of Hamilton
Records of the City of Hamilton
Local History and Archives holds a collection of historical records generated by the City of Hamilton and its constituent departments from 1847 to approximately 2000. This collection also includes records from its predecessor entity, the Town of Hamilton from 1833 to 1846.
The Historical Records of the City of Hamilton collection is arranged into Record Groups in numerical sequence. They include the following: RG1 – Minutes; RG2 -- By-laws; RG3 – Committees; RG4 – Mayor; RG5 -- Board of Control; RG6 -- City Clerk; RG7 -- City Solicitor; RG8 – Treasury; RG9 – Assessment; RG10 – Police; RG11 – Fire; RG12 – Health; RG13 – Hospitals; RG14 – Personnel; RG15 – Building; RG16 -- Engineering and Works; RG17 -- Industrial Commissioner; RG18 – Parks; RG19 -- Culture and Recreation; RG20 – Architect; RG21 – Planning; RG22 – Traffic; RG23 -- Real Estate; RG24 -- Community Development; RG25 – Purchasing; RG26 – Property.
A detailed paper finding aid for this collection can be found in-person in the Local History and Archives reading room on the 3rd floor of the Central library. A new and updated guide to the Historical Records of the City of Hamilton is currently being prepared by staff and will be made available online when revisions are completed.
