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18 Rosemount
Opening Hours
Day of week | Opening times |
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Monday | 10:00 am - 8:30 pm |
Tuesday | 10:00 am - 8:30 pm |
Wednesday | 10:00 am - 8:30 pm |
Thursday | 10:00 am - 8:30 pm |
Friday | 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm |
Saturday | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Sunday | Closed |
Next system-wide closure: Feb 17, 2025
About The Branch
The original West Library of former Ottawa Public Library (pre-2001), Rosemount Branch stands as the oldest purpose-built library facility in Ottawa. Large windows illuminate this beautiful heritage building. This original Carnegie Library has all the modern features in an old-world setting.
- Rosemount Branch is the oldest Ottawa Public Library branch still operating in its original building and is the only remaining Carnegie Library in Ottawa.
- The original building was built in 1918 and expanded in 1932. The branch was renovated in 2021.
- Although it is not a designated heritage building, it is included on the City of Ottawa’s Heritage Reference List.
- Rosemount Branch is a well-loved, extremely busy community hub, which currently has the highest circulation of materials per square foot of all OPL branches.