Welcome to Rideau Branch
Ottawa Public Library’s Rideau branch celebrates!
The Rideau branch is celebrating 75 years of service and the community is invited to celebrate on Saturday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be fun activities for the whole family all day long!
The historic branch has been fully refurbished with major work having been done on its vintage woodwork and plaster. The architectural beauty of the branch has been enhanced by an artwork installation.
A number of special events are planned for the day, including a prize draw.
- 10:30 a.m. – Tour of art featured in the branch
- 2 p.m. – Magic show with Ian Quick
- 3 p.m. – Cake cutting
- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Animal balloon making with Brad the Balloon Guy
- Noon to 4:30 p.m. – Heritage tours of the branch
The Rideau branch (377 Rideau) was officially opened by former Prime Minister Robert Borden in 1934 and in 1998 it was designated a heritage building by the City of Ottawa.
Branch hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-8:30 | 10-8:30 | 10-8:30 | 10-8:30 | 1-6 | 10-5 | Closed |
Branch highlights
The Rideau branch has the atmosphere of a heritage library with all the modern conveniences. One of the older libraries in the city, the Rideau branch is close to shopping and restaurants in the Byward Market and the Rideau Street corridor. The branch was opened in 1934 by former Prime Minister Sir Robert Borden and has maintained its old world charm.