The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
Published:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 3:45pm
Concession Branch - Closed, September 9
Due to ongoing construction, Concession Branch will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9. It will be reopen on Thursday, September 10.
Published:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 3:00pm
Preview the New HPL.ca
We're excited to share a preview of the new HPL.ca before its official launch on September 15.
Explore the new site, discover updated navigation and get familiar with the improved online experience designed to make it easier to find Library services, programs, collections and information.
If you encounter an issue or have feedback, please let us know through our Contact Us page.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Parking Lot Not Available
Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot will be unavailable from September 7-9. Nearby street parking is available, as is an HSR route. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Concession Branch - Construction Updates
Due to a glass door installation for the new Makerspace area, Concession Branch will close at 1 pm on Thursday, September 3. It is expected to reopen to its regular hours with limited services on Friday, September 4. Stay tuned for continual updates.
www.hpl.ca/concession
Published:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 8:00am
Barton Branch - Construction in Area
Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:30pm
Print on the Go Currently Unavailable
The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Published:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Delayed Openings and Closures
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
- Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
- Central Library: Tuesday, September 29, Delayed Opening of 10 am
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications for September
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Tuesday, September 8
- Strathcona - Cancelled
- McMaster - Cancelled
Thursday, September 10
- Rockton and Millgrove visits moved to Saturdays (Starting September 12)
Saturday, September 12
- Stoney Creek - Cancelled
- Riverdale - Cancelled
Thursday, September 17
- Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled
- Meadowlands - Cancelled
Friday, September 18
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am
Makerspace Equipment List
Hamilton Public Library offers a diverse inventory of equipment and spaces for the public to use at little or no cost. Below is the full equipment list across all branches.
As of Monday, March 2, 2026, Concession Branch's Makerspace is closed due to renovations. Renovations are expected to be completed by early Spring. The next nearest Makerspaces are Sherwood and Terryberry Branches.
Central Library
Printers
- Ultimaker 2+ 3D Printer
- Prusa i3 Mk3S 3D Printer
- Prusa Mk4 3D Printer
- 36” Large Format Printer: Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3000
Music and Recording
- Steinberg UR44 Audio Interface
- Presonus Revelator USB Microphone
- RODE NT Mini USB Microphone
- Shure SM-58 Microphone
- Schecter C-6 Deluxe Electric Guitar
- Yamaha Acoustic Guitar
- Vox Valvetronix VT40+ Amplifier
- M-Audio Keystation 88 Key MIDI Keyboard
Vinyl and Embroidery
- Cricut Explore 3
- Roland SG2-300 Vinyl Printer/Cutter
- Brother PRS-100 Embroidery Machine
Video and Camera
- Canon SL1 DSLR Camera
- Canon T5 Rebel DSLR Camera
- RODE Video Mic GO, On Camera Microphone
Other Tools
- Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player (x2)
- Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner (x2)
- Nextech 8014508A External DVD Burner
- Ezcap Audio Cassette Tape to MP3 Converter
- Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer (x2)
- Mini-DV Camcorder
- iMac Computer (x8)
- 2.25” Button Maker
- A4 Clear Sheet Book Binder
Dundas Branch
Music and Recording
- Yamaha DTX 502 Electronic Drum Kit
- Audio Technica AT2020 USB Microphone
- M-Audio Keystation 88 MIDI Keyboard
Printers
- Ultimaker 2+ connect 3D Printer
- Canon 36 inch Prograf TX-3200 Large-Format Printer
- Vinyl Printer
Other Tools
- Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player
- Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner
- Canon Tebel T5 DSLR Camera
- Nextech 8014508A External DVD Burner
- iMac Computer (x2)
- Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer
- Cricut Explore Air 2
- 2.25” Button Maker
Red Hill Branch
Printer
- Prusa i3 Mk3S
Music and Recording
- Yamaha DTX 502 Electronic Drum Kit
- Audio Technica AT2020 USB Microphone
- M-Audio Keystation 88 MIDI Keyboard
- Fender Squire Telecaster Electric Guitar
- Kawai ES8 Digital Piano
- Shure SM-58 Microphone
Other Tools
- Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player
- Samsung External Blu-Ray Burner
- iMac Computer
- VidBox Video Converter/Digitizer
- GoPro Hero 3 Video Camera
- Canadian Studio Photo Lighting Kit
- Canon Rebel T3 DSLR Camera
- Cricut Explore Air 2
- 2.25” Button Maker
Saltfleet Branch
Printer
- 36" Large Format Printer: Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 MFP Z36
Other Tools
- Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer
Stoney Creek Branch
Other Tools
- Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer
Terryberry Branch
Printers
- Prusa Core One 3D printer
- 36" Large Format Printer: Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 MFP Z36
Music and Recording
- Blue Yeti Nano USB Microphone
- Kawai ES8 Digital Piano
- M-Audio M-Track Digital Recording Interface
- Shure SM58 Microphone
Other Tools
- Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player
- EPSON-V 600 Scanner
- Canon Rebel T5 DSLR Camera
- Samsung External Blu-Ray Burner
- iMac Computer
- Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer
- Cricut Explore Air 2
- 2.25" Button Maker
- LG External DVD Burner
Turner Park Branch
Printer
- Ultimaker 2+ 3D Printer
- 36" Large Format Printer: Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 MFP Z36
Music and Recording
- Yamaha DTX 502 Electronic Drum Kit
- Epiphone Les Paul Standard Electric Guitar
- Audio Technica AT2020 USB Microphone
- M-Audio Keystation 88 MIDI Keyboard
Other Tools
- Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player
- Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner
- Canon Rebel T5 DSLR Camera
- Nextech 8014508A External DVD Burner
- iMac Computer (x2)
- Vidbox Video Converter/Digitizer
- 2.25” Button Maker
Valley Park Branch
Printer
- 36" Large Format Printer: Canon TX-3100
- Ultimaker 2+ Connect 3D printer
- Roland BN2-20 vinyl printer
Embroidery/Textiles/Crafting
- Brother Persona PRS100 Embroidery Machine
- Janome HD3000BE Sewing Machine
- Husqvarna Viking H Class 250S Serger
- Cricut Explore Air 2
Sound/Photo Studio
- Nikon Z50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-55mm Lens and Accessories
- Epiphone Acoustic Guitar
- Yamaha PSR-E360 Keyboard
- Akai MPK Mini MIDI keyboard Controller
- 24" M1 iMac
- 3 Continuous Light Stands
- LED Light Tent
- Audio Technica AT2020 and M-Audio Uber Mic Microphones
- M-Audio M-Track Duo 2-Channel Recording Interface
Other Tools
- Canon Canoscan 9000F Mark II Scanner
- VCR/DVD Player
- DVD Burner
- Vidbox VHS Digitization Device
- 2.25” Button Maker
Waterdown Branch
Printers
- 24" Large Format Printer: Canon Prograf GP-2000
- 3D Printer: Original Prusa i3 MK3S+
Embroidery
- Sewing Machine: Janome HD 3000-BE
- Serger: Husqvarna Viking H Class 250S
- Embroidery Machine: Brother Persona PRS-100
- Cricut Explore 3
Other Tools
- iMac
- Vidbox
- DVD/VHS player
- Scanner: Canon 9000F Mark II
- Audio Technica ATH-M20x Professional Monitor Headphones
- Akai MPK Mini MIDI Keyboard Controller
- Silver Reed LK150 Knitting Machine
- 2.25" Button Maker
All other Branches (Except Carlisle, Freelton and Mount Hope Branches)
Other Tools
- iMac Computer
- Toshiba DVR 630KC VHS/DVD Player
- Canon 9000F MKII Flatbed Scanner
- Nextech 8014508A External DVD Burner
Parkdale Branch
Other Tools
- Cricut Joy
Kenilworth Branch
Other Tools
- 2.25" Button Maker
- Sewing Machine
