Central Library
Central Library
Hours & Information
Closed until 9:00am today
Regular Hours
MondayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
TuesdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
WednesdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
ThursdayÂ
9:00AM - 9:00PM
FridayÂ
9:00AM - 6:00PM
SaturdayÂ
9:00AM - 6:00PM
SundayÂ
12:00PM - 6:00PM
Upcoming Holidays and Closures
Due to KANA'TA: Canada Day
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Closed All Day
General Inquiries: (902) 490-5700
Ask the Library: asklib@halifaxlibrary.ca
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Due to KANA'TA: Canada DayWednesday, July 1, 2026Closed All Day
StackMap: Halifax Central Library
Explore an interactive map of Central Library's layout, shelving, and amenities. Find the exact stack location of an item!
Every Story Makes a Splash! Summer Reading Club 2026 Updates
Jun 24, 2026
See how our community of readers is growing week by week: Check back here throughout the summer for the latest system-wide points totals!
Back in the Day: Vintage Halifax Postcards
Step back into history with Halifax Public Libraries’ collection of vintage postcards featuring HRM locations, landmarks, and memories.
Holiday Closure for KANA'TA: Canada Day
Jun 23, 2026
The Library will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 in observance of the statutory holiday.
StackMap: Halifax Central Library
Explore an interactive map of Central Library's layout, shelving, and amenities. Find the exact stack location of an item!
Every Story Makes a Splash! Summer Reading Club 2026 Updates
Jun 24, 2026
See how our community of readers is growing week by week: Check back here throughout the summer for the latest system-wide points totals!
Back in the Day: Vintage Halifax Postcards
Step back into history with Halifax Public Libraries’ collection of vintage postcards featuring HRM locations, landmarks, and memories.
Holiday Closure for KANA'TA: Canada Day
Jun 23, 2026
The Library will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 in observance of the statutory holiday.
About Central Library
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- All gender washrooms
- Bicycle Racks
- Community Rooms
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station
- Paid Parking
- Self-Checkout
- Study Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
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