BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT
OUR LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS ARE HARD AT WORK TO MAKE THE EXTERIOR OF OUR BUILDING AS BEAUTIFUL AS THE INTERIOR
THE PROJECT
The New Central Library, located just east of City Hall in East Village, will be 240,000 square feet of functional, flexible, beautifully designed space. The NCL (as its friends call it) is a friendly city icon that invites all Calgarians to gather, learn, read, play, be challenged, relax, hang out and connect.
The $245 million project is a destination for Calgarians and visitors from around the world. Along with the National Music Centre, it’s another important civic institution and architectural icon within the East Village community.
WEBCAM
Construction on the New Central Library began in 2014 with the LRT encapsulation, and is expected to be completed late in 2018. Our webcam keeps track of every step along the way by capturing a photo every 10 minutes. Visit often!
NEWS ARTICLES
OPENING DAY
Getting Here
Whether you're planning your trip by car, transit, bike, or foot, we've got the route for you. Plus, get where you need to go with building accessibility options.
What's On
Learn about our Doors Opening celebrations that begin on November 1. Take a tour of the new building or attend an event.
What's On at NCL
Architecture Tours of the New Central Library
General Tours at the Library: No Registration Required!
Attend the Doors Opening Ceremony
Volunteer
There are lots of opportunities for adults and youth to get involved with volunteerism at the Library. Find the right fit for you and apply now!
