The New Central Library
Parking available
A masterpiece of contemporary architecture in downtown Calgary, serving as an iconic civic building and community hub.

📜 A contemporary architectural masterpiece in downtown Calgary. Designed by Snøhetta and DIALOG, it spans a site with an active light rail transit line.

Why Go

✨ Striking modern architecture with glass walls, wooden arches, and hexagonal facade.
📚 Offers diverse spaces from a children's library and teen center to quiet reading rooms.
🎨 Features Indigenous art, a performance hall, digital commons, and local history exhibits.
🤝 Connects two neighborhoods and serves as a vibrant community hub.

Tips

🚲 Public bike racks available on all sides.
🚆 Closest CTrain stop is City Hall (Red and Blue lines).
🚶 Free public tours available, registration recommended.

🅿️ Parking

Paid parking available in City Hall parkade, nearby lots, and street parking.

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