Central Library
Central Library
Hours & Information
Open today until 9:00pm
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
General Inquiries: (902) 490-5700
Curbside Pick-up: (902) 490-5700
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Due to the National Day for Truth and ReconciliationTuesday, September 30, 2025Closed 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!
Change to hoopla's Monthly Borrowing Limit
Sep 17, 2025
As of September 17, your hoopla limit has changed—borrow up to 3 items each month. Everything else about the service stays the same.
Digital Title Suggestions for Purchase Have Moved to Libby
Sep 17, 2025
Request e-books and e-audiobooks in Libby using 'Notify Me' tags. Tag a title, get an alert, then place a hold if we buy it.
Sunroom: Conquest, Identity, & The Violence of Belonging
On display from September 14 – October 25, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, art by Uriel Guerrero-Aconcha. Learn more.
StackMap: Halifax Central Library
Explore an interactive map of Central Library's layout, shelving, and amenities. Find the exact stack location of an item!
Change to hoopla's Monthly Borrowing Limit
Sep 17, 2025
As of September 17, your hoopla limit has changed—borrow up to 3 items each month. Everything else about the service stays the same.
Digital Title Suggestions for Purchase Have Moved to Libby
Sep 17, 2025
Request e-books and e-audiobooks in Libby using 'Notify Me' tags. Tag a title, get an alert, then place a hold if we buy it.
Sunroom: Conquest, Identity, & The Violence of Belonging
On display from September 14 – October 25, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, art by Uriel Guerrero-Aconcha. Learn more.
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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