Sherwood Library Accessible Doors Out of Order
The Sherwood branch of the HPL has its accessible doors currently out of order. Our facilities department is investigating and will restore services as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Barton Library- Accessibility Washroom Out of Order
The Barton branch of HPL has the accessbility washroom is currently our of order. Our facilities department is working to restore service.
Library Services Update
HPL is recovering from the City of Hamilton's cybersecurity-related incident, which began Sunday February 25 and continues today. Learn more.
- Public computers are available at all branches. JAWS (Job Access With Speech) computers are not available.
- Printing is available at all branches.
- Photocopying is available at all branches except for the Concession Branch.
- Scanning is not yet available.
- Public Wi-Fi is available at all branches.
- Makerspace services are available at select locations.
Contact Library Staff at 289-779-7588, hpl.ca or askus@hpl.ca. Check hpl.ca/events for programs and hpl.ca/hours for open hours.
Barton Branch
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
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From November 27 until December 18, there will be roof repair construction underway at the Barton Branch. Parking may be limited at times. Service hours will remain as is. Thank you for your patience during this time.
Opened in May 1908, Barton Branch was first 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 Branch offers materials and programming for children, teens and adults.
The Barton Branch is located at 571 Barton St E, Hamilton ON L8L 2Z4
