All branches close on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 for Canada Day. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches Closed for Canada Day
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, June 30, 2025 - 8:00am
Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
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Published:
Friday, June 27, 2025 - 3:15pm
Bookmobile Stops Cancelled- Canada Day
All HPL Branches are closed Canada Day, Tuesday, July 1. Extended Access is not available. The following Bookmobile visits are also cancelled on July 1st:
- Riverdale
- Strathcona
- McMaster
- Greencedar
- Mountview
Regular service hours resume Wednesday, July 2.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 - 11:00am
Study Halls - Summer Break Pause
Study Halls are taking a summer break after Thursday, June 26. The service will resume in early September.
www.hpl.ca/study-halls
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, June 20, 2025 - 1:30pm
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
Black History Month
This February, celebrate Black History Month at Hamilton Public Library and learn about the lives, contributions and achievements of 1.5 million Black Canadians with events and collections showcasing their stories, music, and creativity.
Events
HPL is proud to host Hamilton’s Black History Month Launch on January 31. Join Black-led community organizations as we recognize the achievements of Black Hamiltonians and kick off a month of events and experiences across the City.
Join the Short Story Book Club on February 4 at Central Library to discuss James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues. Families can enjoy Family Storytime at Concession Branch on February 5 and 7, while young creators can craft poems from historical texts during Highlight Poetry sessions at various branches.
Enjoy inspiring music at our Noon Hour Concert Series every Friday. On February 7, experience the piano and voice of Dionne R. Grant. February 14 features the powerful vocals of Terry Rhodes, and on February 28, Big John and The Night Trippers close the series with an unforgettable performance.
On February 8, celebrate jazz legend Thelonious Monk with a film screening and live performances. Support young BIPOC entrepreneurs at the BLK Owned Youth Market on February 15. Youth writers can participate in Write Like … A Literary Comic-Con on February 20. On February 21, honour Hamilton icon Jackie Washington with a tribute concert by Ken Whiteley at noon, followed by the Write Like – Anthology Launch later that evening.
See our complete list of Black History Month Events.
Books and Media
Celebrate Black voices all year through HPL’s collections of books, music, movies and educational activities.
Books for Adults
Books for Kids
Film
We Are Hamilton – Black History Remembered
Each year, Hamilton’s Black History Month Council, in partnership with Black-led organizations and the City of Hamilton, recognizes Black Hamiltonians for their outstanding contributions. The 2025 honorees are Reverend George Edmund Fitzgerald and Haydain Neale. Learn more about their impact and upcoming events at the City of Hamilton’s Black History Month webpage.
