Calgary Central Library
Central Library
A popular library that opened in 2018. Its snowflake-like facade wraps around the C-Train tracks, and the wooden arched atrium is very photogenic.
The Central Library was designed by the Norwegian firm Snøhetta. Its hexagonal window panes look like snowflakes and book pages, and the building spans above the light rail tunnel. The wooden arch at the entrance is built from North American cedar. Inside, a circular atrium opens onto broad reading spaces, and the top floor offers views over East Village. Admission is free, and there are many family activities on weekends. It sits opposite Studio Bell, so you can visit both together.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–20:00 (shorter on weekends)
Nearby sights
- Studio Bell, National Music Centre
- Wonderland Sculpture
- Stephen Avenue
- Calgary Tower
- The Confluence Historic Site (Fort Calgary)
- Calgary Stampede Park
- Devonian Gardens
- Inglewood