The best photos of the New Central Library so far

If you’ve somehow missed the news that we have a new library, it’s time to emerge from underneath that cozy rock and explore! Or at least, explore from the comfort of your phone screen… ‘cause we have 10 great pics of the new lib down below. These gorgeous snaps are courtesy of the 50,000 folks that visited during the 4 days of opening weekend, so keep scrolling to see ‘em all!

New Central Library

• Where: Central Library- 8 Ave SE
• When: Opens Thursday, November 1
• Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday – Thursday; 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Friday; 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday; 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sunday
• Cost: Free!

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There's tons of stuff to do at the new @calgarylibrary, but honestly we'd go just to admire the views. @snohetta, you outdid yourself! Photo by @camtennant #curiocitycalgary

A post shared by Curiocity Calgary (@curiocitycalgary) on Nov 5, 2018 at 1:57pm PST

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I love architectural photography, and after visiting the new central library in downtown Calgary…well, you have to see it for yourself. . . . . .

A post shared by Ali Hamzah Virk (@studiovphotograph) on Nov 5, 2018 at 9:02am PST

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Attention bookworms! And ice cream addicts! And really, any Calgarian! The new Central Library is a must see. Photo by @luislabinijr #curiocitycalgary

A post shared by Curiocity Calgary (@curiocitycalgary) on Nov 4, 2018 at 2:42pm PST

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So here it is in it’s entirety, Calgary Central Library blowing the doors off everything in it’s path. It’s honestly one of those buildings that affects you when you go inside. I stood there for hours just looking at it from all angles, figuring out how it all goes together and how it works – then I realized, I should just enjoy it for what it is. #architecture #calgary A collaboration between @snohetta + @dialogdesign

A post shared by Julian Parkinson (@julianparkinson) on Nov 6, 2018 at 7:44am PST

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Have a great night, Calgary! Photo by @luislabinijr #curiocitycalgary #loveyyc

A post shared by Curiocity Calgary (@curiocitycalgary) on Nov 3, 2018 at 9:07pm PDT

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New library in town? – – – – #noisybokeh #hyprmag #inspireangelo #collectivetrend #gramkilla #globe_portraits #portraitfolk #earthportraits #theportraitculture #hyprmag #inspireangelo #777luckyfish #nextvisualportraits #kdpeoplegallery #portrait_wizard #portrait_shots #portraits_today #moodyports #portraitgames #portrait_gallery #shotzdelight #yourvisiongallery #bravoportraits #bravogreatphoto #bestportraitgallery #portraitsociety #capture #portraitstream #xelfies #instaportrait

A post shared by E D W I N T S A N G (@ed_win_920) on Nov 7, 2018 at 8:02pm PST

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Happy November, Calgary! The @calgarylibrary is finally open, which means there’s tons of fun stuff going on this morning (AKA, free hot chocolate from @lukescentrallibrary!). Check the link in our bio for more info. Photo by @juliaeskins #curiocitycalgary

A post shared by Curiocity Calgary (@curiocitycalgary) on Nov 1, 2018 at 7:37am PDT

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240,000 square feet and this is one of our favourite spots. What’s your favourite corner of the new Central Library? Comment below! (BTW this ? art piece is made from 11,000 custom bound books!) . . . #hellocentral #library #newcentrallibrary #booknerd #books #yycart #yycdesign #architecture

A post shared by Avenue magazine (@avenuemagazine) on Nov 7, 2018 at 3:26pm PST

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“An idea is salvation by imagination.” – Frank Lloyd Wright | The new Central Library is truly spectacular . . . . . #hellocentral #yyc #calgarylibrary #artofvisuals #dailyhiveyyc

A post shared by Britt (@majesticlovee) on Nov 6, 2018 at 4:37pm PST

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Okay I don’t mean to be creepy here. ?: @bryansenpaii

A post shared by Carlle Balanquit (@carllebalanquit) on Nov 5, 2018 at 3:18pm PST

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In an era of tablets and smart phones, it’s marvellous to see hundreds of people and children lining up for a library opening.#calgarypubliclibrary #newcentrallibrary #amazingarchitecture #yyc

A post shared by Kalhari Bandara (@kalharibandara) on Nov 3, 2018 at 3:39pm PDT

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