Information and referrals in Cranbrook, British Columbia
Cranbrook Public Library
In short
The Cranbrook Public Library opened its doors to the public on July 4, 1925. The small collection of donated books was housed in a room over the Post Office where rent was only $5 a month.
- Hours
- Mon, Thu, Fri 10 am - 4 pm Tue, Wed 10am-6pm, Sat Sun 12-4pm
- Who it is for
- Children, Youth, Adults, Seniors, Families; Seniors, Youth, Family with children, Children (4-12), Youth (13-24), Older adults (65+)
- What it helps with
- Somewhere to wash, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, People who get me, Help for my family, Rest and recreation
- Where
- 1212 2 St N, Cranbrook, BC V1C 4T6
- How to reach
- (250) 426-4063 · staff@cranbrookpubliclibrary.ca · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
Services from this organization
CPL - After School and Weekend Programs
- 0.2 km from centre
- Children (4-12)
- Youth (13-24)
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
CPL - Storytime
- 0.2 km from centre
- Babies and toddlers (0-3)
- Children (4-12)
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
CPL - Tech Help
- 0.2 km from centre
- Children (4-12)
- Youth (13-24)
- Mon - Fri 9am-8pm Sat 9am-5pm Sun 12pm-5pm
- Website checked March 2026
About this organization
The Cranbrook Public Library opened its doors to the public on July 4, 1925. The small collection of donated books was housed in a room over the Post Office where rent was only $5 a month. Although open only 9 hours a week, the library boasted a membership of 95 persons. Mrs. A.S. Rumsey, the first librarian hired, was paid a monthly wage of $15. Ten years later she was still earning the same amount!
When is it open?
Cranbrook Public Library is open Mon, Thu, Fri 10 am - 4 pm Tue, Wed 10am-6pm, Sat Sun 12-4pm.
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 426-4063, email staff@cranbrookpubliclibrary.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Cranbrook, British Columbia.
1212 2 St N, Cranbrook, BC V1C 4T6
1212 2 St N, Cranbrook, BC V1C 4T6Cranbrook, British Columbia
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