New Brunswick Public Libraries

Closures: Remembrance Day

Public libraries regularly open on Mondays and administrative offices will be closed Monday November 11, 2024. Talking Books Services by Mail will also be suspended during this period.

Important Notice - Rosetta Stone

Starting November 1st, the Rosetta Stone platform will be upgraded, and user accounts will be reset. You will need to re-register to continue using the tool. Please make note of your progress so that you can return to the same spot in your course once you have registered again. See the Rosetta Stone Progress Tracking Instructions to learn more. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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12 Carleton St.
Fredericton, N.B.
E3B 5P4

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Tel:  (506) 460-2800
Fax: (506) 460-2801
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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: 12:00  p.m. - 5:00  p.m.


  What to Borrow at the Library

  • Books
  • Audiobooks
  • Large Print Books
  • Braille and Print/Braille Books
  • Graphic Novels and Mangas
  • Movies and TV Shows
  • Music
  • Admission Passes to NB Attractions
  • Musical Instruments
  • Snowshoes
  • Skateboards


Our Spaces

  • Welcoming spaces for everyone (including the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and breastfeeding parents)
  • Wi-Fi
  • Computers
  • Book Drop
  • Photocopier, Scanner, and Fax
  • Art Gallery
  • Study Room(s)
  • Multipurpose Room
  • Meeting Room Rentals
  • Family Play Area
  • Free Parking
  • Bike Rack
  • Gender-Neutral Bathroom
  • Changing Table
  • Air Conditioning
  • Community Fridge or Pantry


Accessibility

  • Reserved Parking Spaces
  • Landing Area
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Elevator
  • Accessible Washroom


History

Fredericton Public Library opened in 1955, moved to our current location in 1975, underwent a major renovation in 1991 and completed another renovation and expansion project in 2014. For more information, The History of the Fredericton Public Library is available through our catalogue.


Staff

Library Director - Julia Stewart
Regional Resource Librarian - Stephanie Furrow
Head of Young Adult and Adult Services  - Sarah Aaen
Head of Children’s Services  - Jessica Larocque
Circulation Supervisor - Kim Bent