Envisioning the New Discovery Centre

West Harbour Discovery Centre

Hamilton Public Library (HPL), in partnership with the City of Hamilton’s Indigenous Relations Division and Lord Cultural Resources, is exploring the long-term redevelopment of the former Canadian Marine Discovery Centre as a new library branch, Indigenous gathering space, cultural heritage exhibition space, café and visitor destination.

As this work continues, HPL will open a small, temporary West Harbour Branch at the site in summer 2026, activating the waterfront with library services, programs and Indigenous-focused collections while the long-term vision is developed.

West Harbour BranchVision and Study | News and Updates
 

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