Moncton Public Library facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Moncton Public Library |
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| Type | Public Library in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada |
| Established | 1913 |
| Coordinates | 46°05′19″N 64°46′29″W / 46.0886°N 64.7746°W |
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| Items collected | Books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, databases, maps, drawings |
| Size | 1.8M items |
| Website | Moncton Public Library |
The Moncton Public Library is a public library located in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. It helps people learn, discover new things, and have fun. The library offers a huge collection of over 1.8 million items. About 116,000 of these items are right there on its shelves for you to explore.
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Discover the Library's History
The Moncton Public Library first opened its doors in 1913. A group called the Fort Cumberland Chapter of the IODE worked hard to make it happen. The very first library building was in the old City Hall. Sadly, it burned down in a fire on February 25, 1914.
After the fire, the library moved to a new spot called the Higgins Block. This was at the corner of Main Street and Botsford Street. Then, on February 27, 1927, it moved again to Archibald House. Unfortunately, this building also burned down on March 2, 1948.
Where Has the Library Been?
After the second fire, the library found a new home at Kirby House. It officially reopened there on January 20, 1949. This building was later taken down in October 1961. A brand new library building was built on the same land. This new building opened on September 22, 1962.
Since 1989, the Moncton Public Library has been located in the Blue Cross Centre. The old library building on Highfield Street was changed into office spaces in 1991.
On July 13, 2012, a statue of Northrop Frye was put in front of the library. Northrop Frye was a famous writer who grew up in Moncton. Artists Darren Byers and Fred Harrison created the statue.
Why Isn't It Called the Northrop Frye Library?
In 1998, some people suggested naming the library after Northrop Frye. He was a very famous literary critic who lived in Moncton when he was young. However, the library board decided not to change the name.
They felt that even though Frye was famous, he hadn't done anything directly for the library itself. They also worried that people might think the library was only about Northrop Frye's work. To honor him, they named a meeting room inside the library after him instead.
Explore the Library's Collections
The Moncton Public Library has many different types of items for you to borrow and use.
- Books: You can find bestsellers, fiction, and non-fiction books. There are books for learning, hobbies, and just for fun. They also have large-print books, audiobooks, and braille books for children.
- Movies and Music: The library offers DVDs, videos, and music CDs.
- Magazines and Language Kits: You can read many different magazines. They also have kits to help you learn new languages.
- Digital Items: You can borrow e-books and audiobooks online. You just need a New Brunswick Library card.
- Old Records: The library has an archive of old Moncton newspapers on microfilm. Some go back to the late 1700s! They also have old census information and phone books.
- Local History: The Heritage Room has books about local history and family trees. It also has works by authors from the Albert, Westmorland, and Kent areas.
- Northrop Frye Items: In the Heritage Room, you can see items that belonged to Northrop Frye's family. These include a clock, a typewriter, and some books. A professor named Robert D. Denham also donated many of Frye's works and pictures.
Fun Programs and Events
The library offers many different programs for all ages.
- For Kids: There are programs like Babies in the Library, Toddlertime, and Storytime. Kids can also enjoy Crafternoon, Book Clubs, Family Movie Day, and Science/STEAM programs.
- For Young Adults: Teens can join a monthly Anime and Manga club. There are also monthly programs on different themes, like gaming or crafts.
- For Adults: Adults can take computer courses and learn how to use email. They can also learn about genealogy research online, online newspapers, and social networking. The library also hosts author visits and learning seminars.
- Art Gallery: Each month, the library's art gallery features new artists. You can come to the art openings to see their work.
- Special Services: The library has special computers for people with print disabilities. These computers have tools like Zoomtext and OpenBook to help them read.
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The Moncton Public Library viewed from the South.
