Explore Hamilton's industrial history related to textiles and fashion in the city's downtown core.
Hamilton was a leader in textile production from the 1890s to the 1950s, becoming the country’s third largest textile manufacturing centre after Montreal and Toronto. By 1965, many of the cotton mills were closed as manufacturers responded to increasing continental and global competition. Explore Hamilton's industrial history related to textiles and fashion in the city's downtown core.Tour begins at Central Library in the Living Room.
AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Local History & Archives |
The first Hamilton Public Library building opened on September 16, 1890 by the Earl and Countess of Aberdeen on the north side of Main Street West. In 1913, a new main library opened. This building was replaced in 1980 by Central Library, at the current location on York Boulevard.
In 2010, Central Library re-opened after approximately 18 months of renovations. Central Library opened with a newly revitalized first floor, which includes a Community Living Room that takes advantage of natural light. The Ontario Library Association honoured Central in 2012 with an Architectural and Design Transformation award.