Welcome to the Main library
Branch hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-9 | 10-9 | 10-9 | 10-9 | 10-6 | 10-5 | 1-5* |
*Branch is closed Sundays from June 14 to Sept. 6.
Hours for Ottawa Room
(special collection for Ottawa-area history and genealogy)
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-5 and 6-9 |
10-5 | 10-5 | 10-5 | 10-5 | 10-noon and 2-5 | Closed |
Branch highlights
The hub of the 33-branch OPL system, the Main Library is the largest library in the system, with the greatest selection of material of all kinds and the most public access Internet stations in the city. Located downtown in the heart of the business and government communities, the Main Library is the place for reference services, including the Ottawa Room, which holds an extensive collection of local historical documents.
Meeting room
Capacity: 30
Auditorium
Capacity: 200
To inquire about auditorium or meeting room rentals, call 613-580-2945, ext. 32161.
Ongoing Service
Computer Tutorials
Register for a one-on-one 30-minute session with the branch to learn your choice of:
o the basics of computing
o navigating the Library’s catalogue
o accessing the Internet
o sending e-mail
o searching the Library’s databases
To book an appointment, call 613-580-2424 x32152.