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Dr. Walter Chestnut Public Library

Closure: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Public libraries regularly open on Mondays and administrative offices will be closed Monday October 2, 2023. Talking Books Service by Mail will also be suspended. Public libraries not regularly open on Mondays will be closed Saturday September 30, 2023.

Dr. Walter Chestnut Public Library
395 Main St., Unit 1
Hartland, N.B.
E7P 2N3
Tel:  506 375-4876
Fax: 506 375-8617
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Opening Hours


Tuesday: 10:00  a.m. - 12:30  p.m. &  1:30  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00  a.m. - 12:30  p.m. &  1:30  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.
Thursday: 1:00  p.m. - 5:00  p.m. &  6:00  p.m. - 8:00  p.m.
Friday: 10:00  a.m. - 12:30  p.m. &  1:30  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.
Saturday: 10:00  a.m. - 12:30  p.m. &  1:30  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.

Contactless Pickup Service

Contact the library for more details or to make arrangements.
Tuesday: 10:00  a.m. - 12:30  p.m. &  1:30  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00  a.m. - 12:30  p.m. &  1:30  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.
Thursday: 1:00  p.m. - 5:00  p.m. &  6:00  p.m. - 8:00  p.m.
Friday: 10:00  a.m. - 12:30  p.m. &  1:30  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.
Saturday: 10:00  a.m. - 12:30  p.m. &  1:30  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.


Staff

Library Manager - Jeffrey Jones



Parking

There are four designated parking spaces for the library and an additional 50 spaces in a shared parking lot. One of them is a reserved accessible space. These parking spaces are not metered.


About the Library:

Get your choice of the best books, magazines, newspapers, CDs or DVDs. We’ve got something for all ages! Search our collection thanks to our provincial catalogue. Find answers to your questions with the latest information.

We can help you with research for a special project, language learning and more. Get started by asking us a question, or by checking out our online tools.

Ask for what you want to read. Just because something isn’t on your local library’s shelves doesn’t mean you can’t read it! Stop by, place a hold in our online catalogue, or give us a call to request an item and we’ll deliver it to the most convenient library for you.

Drop in... you’ll feel right at home!

Library Highlights:

  • The Dr. Walter Chestnut Library is a unique place to visit. Built in 1912 as a federal post office, it still has its historical features; dome shaped windows and a beautiful staircase. The view from the upper level is worth the climb since you can view both bridges from this area.
  • All three levels have been renovated for use in today's library, as well as the clock tower that chimes the hour and occasionally, music. Two floors feature an adult and children's library while a third level boasts an art gallery and historical room.
  • We have gender-neutral washrooms.

Our special collections:

  • The historical room holds an excellent collection of historical and genealogical materials.

Our Accessible Entrance:

  • There is one accessible entrance that is at ground level. This entrance leads to an elevator and can only be accessed by calling the library for the key.

Accessible Collections & Services