Bibliothèque Père-Ambroise

Last updated May 30, 2024
Opened today
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address
2093 Rue de la Visitation
3rd floor
Montréal, QC H2L 3C9

The Bibliothèque Père-Ambroise library is located on the 3rd floor of the Association sportive et communautaire du Centre-Sud, the Centre Yvon-Deschamps.

The library is proud to welcome local families and residents. We are a warm and welcoming space for everyone to enjoy.

Description

The library offers services and collections for youth, families and adults. It also features 11 computer stations, several work tables and 60 seats for visitors.  

Fab Lab 

In the library’s technolearning room, you can explore technologies such as 3D printing, modeling, and robotics, through a variety of activities.  

You can also borrow a kit to take home:   

  • Dash Robot, Ages 5 and up: Computer programming for beginners  
  • Lego WeDo, Ages 7 and up: Make robots with Lego WeDo to explore programming and robotics  
  • Snap circuits - Light, Ages 7 and up: Learn about electronic circuits.    
  • Makey Makey, Ages 8 and up: Microcontroller that teaches users about electricity, programming and electronics.  
  • Micro:bit, Ages 8 and up: Microcontroller to learn programming, with different coding languages to choose from (Scratch, Python or MakeCode).  
  • Wacom Tablet, Ages 8 and up: Create digital drawings using a stylus that is as precise as a traditional pencil.  

This project is funded under the cultural development agreement between the city and the government of Québec.  

Digital library

Montréal’s library network has expanded its collection by offering a digital lending platform. You will find contains books, newspapers, language courses, music, games, and more. Once a month, your librarians share their latest digital favourites. There is something for all audiences on every topic.  Find out more.

Discover activities held here (in French).

Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Battery or cell phone drop-off
  • Changing table
  • Drinking fountain
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Washroom

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Stroller-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

Services

Payment methods

  • Cash
  • Credit card (MasterCard, Visa)
  • Debit card

Calendar

Visit the French page to see other events at this location.

Opening hours

Regular schedule
  • Monday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday
    10:00 am to 8:00 pm
  • Wednesday
    10:00 am to 8:00 pm
  • Thursday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Friday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Saturday
    10:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Sunday
    12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Holidays and schedule exceptions
  • Labour Day
    Monday, Sep 2 - Closed
    Thanksgiving Day
    Monday, Oct 14 - Closed
    Christmas and New Year's Day
    Tuesday, Dec 24 - Closed
    Wednesday, Dec 25 - Closed
    Thursday, Dec 26 - Closed
    Tuesday, Dec 31 - Closed
    Wednesday, Jan 1 - Closed
    Thursday, Jan 2 - Closed