A celebration of the legacy of the Hamilton-born blues master.
Learn more about the Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival that happens every year in Fredericton, NB. You will also hear some of the performers play their music. Hamilton's Jackie Washington was a pioneer and was Canada's first black disc jockey and a multi-award winning performer in the blues and jazz worlds.
AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults (18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Movies | Arts & Culture |
TAGS: | Movies | Jackie Washington Day | In-Branch | Hamilton Winterfest | Black History Month |
The first Hamilton Public Library building opened on September 16, 1890 by the Earl and Countess of Aberdeen on the north side of Main Street West. In 1913, a new main library opened. This building was replaced in 1980 by Central Library, at the current location on York Boulevard.
In 2010, Central Library re-opened after approximately 18 months of renovations. Central Library opened with a newly revitalized first floor, which includes a Community Living Room that takes advantage of natural light. The Ontario Library Association honoured Central in 2012 with an Architectural and Design Transformation award.