Hastings War Memorial Library

The first Hastings Library was destroyed during the 1931 earthquake. The library was moved to the Hastings Municipal Buildings for a time, until the Council resolved in 1952 to build a war memorial library on the Civic Square site.

The current Hastings War Memorial Library was officially opened in 1959, and stands today as a symbol of remembrance and a memorial to those who have died in battle. The Hall of Remembrance is notable for containing the mural painted by Peter McIntyre OBE.

The library houses extensive collections of reading materials for all interests and ages as well as magazines, talking books, DVDs, and CDs. There are also study spaces, meeting rooms and areas for children and young adults.