Central Branch of the Saint John Free Public Library - Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
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The Central Branch Saint John Free Public Library, the first free public library in Canada, is located is located in Market Square at One Market Square, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.
Waymark Code: WM10NER
Location: New Brunswick, Canada
Date Posted: 06/02/2019
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New Brunswick’s first library opened in Saint John in 1811. It operated on a subscription basis with a fee being charged for using the facility. In 1874 plans were made to establish a tax funded free public library in Saint John. However, the Great Saint John Fire of 1877 delayed the plans.
On May 18, 1883 the present Saint John Public Library opened at City Market on Charlotte Street as the first tax supported free public library in Canada. In 1983, after several other expansions and moves, the library occupied its present location in Market Square.
Classification of Library: Public Library (Open to all)
Internet access available: Yes - Your Laptop: Free
Additional Internet Connection Options:
Download e-books
Search digital databases
Hours of Operation:
Monday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am – 9:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am – 9:00pm
Friday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Approximate date of opening.: 05/18/1883
Library Website: [Web Link]
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