From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.

www.hpl.ca/ancaster

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Affected Branch: Ancaster Branch

Nearest Branches:

Dundas Branch

Greensville Branch

Westdale Branch

Published:

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am

Central Library - Microfilm Machine

The digital microfilm machines at Central Library are not working. A single analog machine is available, but it doesn't print. We aim to have the digital devices repaired as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Affected Branch: Central Library

Nearest Branches:

Barton Branch

Concession Branch

Locke Branch

Published:

Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm

Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation

The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood

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Affected Branch: Sherwood Branch

Nearest Branches:

Barton Branch

Concession Branch

Kenilworth Branch

Published:

Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am

Phishing Scheme

Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops

Published:

Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am

Barton Branch

Open Hours:

Sun: Closed

Mon: 9:00 am-7:00 pm

Tue: 9:00 am-7:00 pm

Wed: 9:00 am-7:00 pm

Thu: 9:00 am-7:00 pm

Fri: 9:00 am-6:00 pm

Sat: 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Note: Public computers shut down 15 minutes and Makerspaces close 30 minutes before the branch closes.

Address:

571 Barton Street East
L8L 2Z4 Hamilton, ON
Google Map

AskHPL:

289-779-7588

Bus Routes:

HSR Route 2 - Barton

Branch Manager:

Melissa McSweeney (mmcsween@hpl.ca)

Branch Features:

Book Return

Free Parking

Public Use Computers

Free WiFi

Black and White and Colour Copying

Scan to USB and Email

Accessible Features:

Accessible Parking

Accessible Counter

Accessible Washroom

Automatic Door Opener

Accessible Ramp

Accessible Interview Space

Family Change Room

MagnusCards

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Barton Branch

Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions will continue until April 25. Thank you for your patience.

Opened in May 1908, the Barton Branch was the first branch in the Hamilton Public Library system. The Branch occupied several permanent and temporary locations over the next 50 years, before it moved to its present location in November 1963. Barton Branch was most recently renovated in 2011.

The Barton Branch also has The Seed Library. The Seed Library is provided in partnership with the Hamilton Seed Library. Its lending process is very simple, visit the branch, pick the seeds that you would like to take and fill out the log sheet. There are no limits to how much you can take, all that is requested is that everyone respect that this is a community resource and that they only take a reasonable amount.

The Branch offers materials and programming for children, teens and adults.

The Barton Branch is located at 571 Barton St E, Hamilton ON L8L 2Z4