Hilo Public Library

Address

300 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, United States
808-933-8888
Hilo Public Library

About

Welcome to the Hilo Public Library! Our library is the largest library on Hawaii Island and opened on Jan. 20, 1951. The Naha, one of two historic stones located in front of the library, is believed to be what King Kamehameha lifted to affirm the prophecy that he would unite the Hawaiian Islands. Well-known Hawaii Island artist Henry Bianchini’s donated sculpture “Involuntary Journey” is located in the library’s atrium.


Upcoming events at this branch

Stuffed Animal Tigger and a toy bus

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger.

You are invited to join me and my buddies to a lively story time of books, music and toys. Participants join me as we explore new and wonderful worlds of books. After our engaging romp through books and music, we engage in playtime as we make friends along the way.

Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo! Let’s bounce to story time. Hope to see you here.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

woven graphic

Join us the third Saturday of the month to show off the latest projects you have been working on, learn about new techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow handweaving enthusiasts! Open to handweavers of all skill levels. Don’t be “weft” behind in the fun!

Visit Hawaii Handweavers’ Hui for more information or contact details.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Scrabble letters scrambled

Join us on Wednesday evenings from 4:30-6:30pm for some fun with board games, including Scrabble, Monopoly, chess, checkers, and more.

Please check out the games at the Reference Desk and enjoy them quietly on the designated lanai tables. You may also bring games from home to share.

Program suitable for age 5 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Stuffed Animal Tigger and a toy bus

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger.

You are invited to join me and my buddies to a lively story time of books, music and toys. Participants join me as we explore new and wonderful worlds of books. After our engaging romp through books and music, we engage in playtime as we make friends along the way.

Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo! Let’s bounce to story time. Hope to see you here.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Lunar New Year

2025 Chinese zodiac animal is the snake. In honor of this years animal, we will be making a paper snake. Participants simply color their snake and cut it to make it slinky. This craft activity takes place in the children’s room. We hope to see you here.

This craft is suitable for kids 5 and up. We kindly ask that caregivers remain with their little ones during this activity.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.
All programs are subject to change. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

Scrabble letters scrambled

Join us on Wednesday evenings from 4:30-6:30pm for some fun with board games, including Scrabble, Monopoly, chess, checkers, and more.

Please check out the games at the Reference Desk and enjoy them quietly on the designated lanai tables. You may also bring games from home to share.

Program suitable for age 5 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

Stuffed Animal Tigger and a toy bus

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger.

You are invited to join me and my buddies to a lively story time of books, music and toys. Participants join me as we explore new and wonderful worlds of books. After our engaging romp through books and music, we engage in playtime as we make friends along the way.

Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo! Let’s bounce to story time. Hope to see you here.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Lego NYC Image

Imagine It…Build It with Legos.

The library provides Lego enthusiasts with Legos for building and imaginative play for one hour. At the end of the hour, all works of art are displayed in our display case for the month. This program is suitable for ages 5 and up.  You are also invited to dress up as your favorite character during this time.

Hope to see you here.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Stuffed Animal Tigger and a toy bus

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger.

You are invited to join me and my buddies to a lively story time of books, music and toys. Participants join me as we explore new and wonderful worlds of books. After our engaging romp through books and music, we engage in playtime as we make friends along the way.

Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo! Let’s bounce to story time. Hope to see you here.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Gnome

Celebrate Valentines with a gnome. Participants glue two heart doilies to create cute gnomes for a special someone. Once glued, it can be decorated with markers and pompoms.

This craft is suitable for kids 5 and up.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.
All programs are subject to change. See a schedule of upcoming events at librarieshawaii.org/events.

Hours

Date Time
Monday CLOSED - CLOSED
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 50
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 10
Magazines 50
Newspapers 8
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store Yes
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

ALERT #1 | The Hawaii State Library in Downtown Honolulu will be closed to the public from January 13 through January 24, 2025.

ALERT #2 | In observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025. Libraries that are normally closed on Mondays will be closed to observe the holiday on Tuesday, January 21st.