Art and Culture at the Library
At Richmond Hill Public Library, we’ve got creativity and culture down to an art. Explore featured exhibits, curated collections and resources that enrich and inspire our community.
Stitched Identities Exhibit at Central Branch
Stitched Identities is a project by Pakistani-Canadian artist Faseeh Saleem that combines personal stories and sensory experiences in creative ways. Beginning with sketching while blindfolded, the artist explores how making art can change when we rely on our other senses. The installation invites viewers to think about how identity is shaped by memory, materials, and motion.
The artwork shows a personal and physical way of creating—where making art becomes an act of self-discovery, resilience, and quiet resistance. On display at the Glass Case Gallery until August 24.
Musical Saturdays at Central Branch
Join us at Central Branch (cafe area, 1st Floor) for Musical Saturdays. This initiative is funded by the Music Performance Trust Fund, a non-profit organization that brings live, professional music programs to communities.
Get Informed and Inspired with Virtual Author Talks
Watch virtual, interactive interviews with world-class, bestselling authors! Brought to library members in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium, tune in to virtual talks with today’s top writers every month. Ask them questions to fuel your own writing through live interviews, or watch previous talks at your convenience.
Cultural and Heritage Resources
Discover a selection of books and resources from our catalogue that celebrate a variety of cultural heritage months. From Persian Heritage Month to Asian Heritage Month, browse our collections curated by staff. Plus, explore upcoming culture and heritage programs happening at the library.
Be Entertained and Enlightened with Hoopla
Whether you're looking for a cool, indie film, or a mainstream, popular series, Hoopla offers a huge selection of movies and TV shows to stimulate your creative side. Plus, listen to audiobooks and download eBooks and comics with the click of a button. Access in-branch or from work/home.
Discover Canadian Film Collections
Documentaries and digital storytelling at its finest! Access the National Film Board of Canada's extensive film archive with your membership. Watch more than 5,000 documentaries, animated films, interactive productions, and short films in English and French on a variety of topics. In-Library use only.