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Indigenous Portal

Engage with KFPL's Indigenous programming, collections and community partnerships!

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

The Isabel Turner Branch will be temporarily closed starting Fall 2024 for renovations. During this time, we’ll be temporarily moving to the Cataraqui Centre.  Get updates here.

Enhance your library access — register for Extended Hours at the Pittsburgh Branch.

Library Kiosk

Library Kiosk at kingston secondary school

Enjoy expanded service in the Kingscourt neighbourhood with the Library Kiosk at Kingston Secondary School.

One Page. Image of Barbara Kingsolver. She is wearing a black sweater set and glasses. Image of her book's cover.

Welcome to One Page: Canada's Virtual Literary Series!

Join KFPL and Kingston WritersFest, along with libraries and festivals across Canada, for this exciting launch event on Thursday, Oct 8 from 12-1:00 pm. Stay tuned for new content throughout the fall, featuring international writers talking directly to Canadian audiences.

Storywalk in downtown Kingston. Cartoon image of a cow. Faded map in the background.

Ready for a new adventure?

Bring the family downtown any time in October, and StoryWalk® in a brand new way!

Download the map, start at Springer Market Square, and keep your eyes peeled for each page of The Cow Who Climbed a Tree in business windows.

Your adventure is spread over 18 city blocks, so bring water, snacks, and maybe a stroller or wagon for the littlest legs in your family. You'll find last page is at our Central Branch where you can rest and find more great stories to enjoy!

webpost image of Lola Reid Allin on Baffin Island

Trek the Akshayuk Pass

Photographer and adventurer Lola Reid Allin takes you on a trip through the Akshayuk Pass, in Nunavut’s Auyuittuq National Park on Baffin Island.  Follow her trek each week with stunning photos, released every Monday through the KFPL Instagram account.  Armchair travel at its best!

Mondays from October 5 through December 14.