All public libraries and administrative offices will be closed Thursday, January 1, 2026. Talking Books Service by Mail will also be suspended.
All public libraries and administrative offices will be closed from Wednesday December 24, 2025 to Friday December 26. Talking Books Service by Mail will also be suspended.
There is currently a problem with the Eureka database. We are working with the supplier to resolve the problem. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. Thank you for your understanding.
Address
1 Market Sq.Saint John, N.B.
E2L 4Z6
Contact Us
Tel:
(506) 643-7236
Fax: (506) 643-7225
Email
Newsletter
Opening Hours
Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Books
- Audiobooks
- Large Print Books
- Braille and Print/Braille Books
- Graphic Novels and Mangas
- Movies and TV Shows
- Music
- Admission Passes to NB Attractions
- Lendable Objects: Board Games, Skateboards, etc.
- Welcoming spaces for everyone (including the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and breastfeeding parents)
- Wi-Fi
- Computers
- Book Drop
- Photocopier, Scanner
- Archive Room
- Study Room(s)
- Multipurpose Room
- Meeting Room Rentals
- Makerspace
- Family Play Area
- Gender-Neutral Bathroom
- Changing Table
- Air Conditioning
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Access Ramp
- Elevator
- Accessible Washroom
The Saint John Free Public Library, one of the oldest public libraries in Canada, was founded in 1883.
Library Director - Norah Emerson
Regional Resource Librarian - Keith MacKinnon
Head of Young Adult and Adult Services - Lindsay Warner
Head of Children’s Services - Heather McKend
Circulation Supervisor - Mark Goodfellow
