Self-Serve Access is not available tonight, Thursday, August 7, from 6 pm-8 pm. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Lynden Branch - Self-Serve Access Not Available
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Published:
Thursday, August 7, 2025 - 5:15pm
Bookmobile Stops Cancelled / Delayed
The Meadowlands stop will be cancelled today due to a scheduling issue. Bennetto will arrive to the stop at 4:30-5:30 today. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Published:
Thursday, August 7, 2025 - 9:15am
Printing, Photocopying and Scanning Unavailable at Dundas Branch
Printing and photocopying are not working at Dundas Branch. We're working to get these working again as soon as possible.
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Published:
Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 9:45am
Locke Branch - Filming Nearby
Filming will take place near the Locke Branch from August 4 to 8, which will impact traffic flow and parking. We apologize for the inconvenience.
- East and West Side of Locke Street South
- North and South Side of Herkimer Street
- North and South Side of Stanley Avenue
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Published:
Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 11:30am
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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Published:
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume
Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
Where is LHA?
Group of children at Ryerson School being instructed on the use of the telephone at the Bell Homestead in Brantford, Ontario. Hamilton Spectator, 1947
The Local History and Archives Department of Hamilton Public Library is located on the 3rd floor of the Central Library, which is part of the Jackson Square and Farmers' Market complex in downtown Hamilton.
You can contact us by using our online form.
Street Address:
Local History and Archives
3rd floor
Central Library
55 York Boulevard
Hamilton, ON L8R 3K1
Mailing Address:
Local History and Archives
Hamilton Public Library
55 York Boulevard, Box 2700
Hamilton, ON L8N 4E4
