Freelton Branch Network Unavailable

On Wednesday, November 26, there will be a guest WiFi disruption as upgrade maintenance will take place. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Published:
Friday, November 21, 2025 - 1:00pm
Greensville Branch Parking Lot Not Accessible approximately 8am-3pm Mon. Nov. 24th

The parking lot at Greensville Branch is closed approximately 8am-3pm Mon. Nov. 24th for tree work.

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Published:
Friday, November 21, 2025 - 12:00pm
Greensville Branch: Parking Lot Disruption

On Monday, November 24, there will be tree removal services on-site until 3pm. Parking spaces will be limited during Extended Access. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Published:
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 2:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Network Unavailable

On Tuesday, November 25, there will be a guest WiFi disruption as upgrade maintenance will take place. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Published:
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 3:15pm
Concession Branch: Guest WiFi Upgrade

On Monday, November 24, there will be a guest WiFi disruption as upgrade maintenance will take place. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

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Published:
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 2:00pm
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable

Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.

Published:
Monday, November 17, 2025 - 2:00pm
Large Format Printer Currently Unavailable

The Large Format Printer is not working at Dundas Branch. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.

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Published:
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 4:30pm
Bookmobile Service Modification

Please note the Bookmobile will be attending the following community events.

Saturdays, November 22 and 29: 

  • Hess Village Winter Market, 10:30am-4:30pm
  • Regular Saturday Visits cancelled for both dates. 

Saturday, December 6:

  • Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade 2-4pm
  • Millgrove Visit is cancelled.
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Affected Branch: Bookmobile
Nearest Branches: 
Published:
Friday, November 14, 2025 - 1:00pm
Delayed Branch Openings 

The following locations will open later than scheduled to allow for Staff training drills. 

Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm

Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 10am

Please visit nearby branches. www.hpl.ca/hours

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
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

Digital Projects

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.