The computer lab on the 1st floor is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying are still available. We apologize for the inconvenience.
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29.
Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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.
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.
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.
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.
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.
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.
Spectator File S-6 1956-1973
1956 - 1973
May 24, 1956 Viscount Montgomery Visits Hamilton. May 24/56
1962 Red Wings Hockey 1962
1964 Brantford. Pauline Johnson Home
1970 Duke Inquiry
Sept. 23, 1971 Princess Margaret
1972 Jr. A Hockey Players
1972 Red Wings Hockey H & S
Jan. 1972 Arctic - Feature (Max Wickens)
Feb. 1972 Parkdale School at Quebec Carnival
April 28, 1972 Gov. General Mitchener in Ham.
June 1972 Floods. U.S.A.
March 19-21 U.F.O.
June 13, 1972 Rex Dutta
1972. 1973 Century 21
1972. 1973 East Gate Mall
1973 Hockey. Red Wing Players
1973 Red Wing Hockey Players
June 1973 Shaw Festival. Niagara on the Lake
June 1973 Foreign Correspondents
June 1973 #1 Queen Elizabeth
June 1973 #2 Queen's visit
June 20, 1973 Indira Ghandi visits Canada
1973-74 Hockey - Red Wings H & S