Palmerston North Library Hours 2026
Palmerston North's library listings cover 3 locations in this Manawatu city in New Zealand's lower North Island. The entries include the National Library of New Zealand, the Palmerston North District Library - Uptown Branch, and the Palmerston North Public Library. The National Library holds a wide collection with Wi-Fi, computers, study rooms, printing, archival materials, children's services, rare books, and manuscripts. The Uptown Branch provides Wi-Fi, computers, study rooms, printing, research support, children's programmes, manuscripts, and exhibitions. The Public Library offers computers, children's access, rare books, manuscripts, and exhibitions. Sunday hours differ across branches, and some locations open as early as 08:00 on weekdays. Together, these three facilities give Palmerston North residents access to general lending, research archives, and national-level collections.
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Palmerston North Public Library Branches
National Library of New Zealand
National library
Address: 5784 Main St, Palmerston North 2896, New Zealand
Phone: +64 8 925 9705
Website: nationallibraryofnew.govt.nz
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Public computers, Study rooms, Printing & copying, Archives, Children's area, Rare books, Manuscripts, 24-hour access
Palmerston North District Library - Uptown Branch
Public library
Address: 77 Queen St, Palmerston North 3179, New Zealand
Phone: +64 9 700 7210
Website: palmerstonnorthdistr.govt.nz
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Public computers, Study rooms, Printing & copying, Research help, Children's area, Manuscripts, Exhibitions, 24-hour access
Palmerston North Public Library
Public library
Address: 6666 Elm St, Palmerston North 6423, New Zealand
Phone: +64 5 824 1869
Website: palmerstonnorthpubli.govt.nz
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Public computers, Children's area, Rare books, Manuscripts, Exhibitions
Palmerston North Library Visitor Tips
The Uptown Branch has the longest Sunday hours (12:00-18:00) and opens earliest on weekdays at 08:00.
For rare books and archival materials, both the National Library and the Public Library hold dedicated collections.
Study rooms are available at the National Library and Uptown Branch but not at the Public Library.
About Palmerston North Libraries
Public library membership in Palmerston North is free for residents. Your card can be used at the participating public branches. Digital resources are accessible through platforms such as BorrowBox and Libby for e-books and audiobooks. PressReader may offer newspaper and magazine access. The National Library of New Zealand provides archival and rare book collections alongside general services, including study rooms and printing. The Uptown Branch features research support, children's activities, and exhibition space. The Public Library holds rare books and manuscripts. Study rooms are available at the National Library and the Uptown Branch. Printing is offered at the National Library and Uptown Branch. For hold requests, event schedules, or details about accessing National Library collections, contact the individual branch using the phone numbers listed on this page.
Palmerston North libraries at a glance
- 3 libraries listed: 2 public libraries, 1 national library
- Earliest weekday opening: 8:00 AM — Palmerston North District Library - Uptown Branch (Monday)
- Latest weekday closing: 9:00 PM — Palmerston North District Library - Uptown Branch (Monday)
- Open on Sunday: 3 of 3 libraries
- Most common services: Public computers (3), Children's area (3), Manuscripts (3), Free WiFi (2), Study rooms (2)
Visitor Tip: Hours on this page are the published weekly schedule for each Palmerston North branch. Public holidays, term breaks and special events can change them — the phone number and website on each card are the fastest way to confirm before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Palmerston North library is open on Sunday?
All three locations open on Sundays. The National Library and Public Library open 13:00-17:00. The Uptown Branch opens 12:00-18:00.
What are the opening hours of the National Library of New Zealand in Palmerston North?
The National Library opens Monday to Thursday 09:00-20:00, Friday 09:00-17:00, Saturday 09:00-17:00, and Sunday 13:00-17:00.
How many libraries are listed in Palmerston North?
Three locations are listed: the National Library of New Zealand, the District Library - Uptown Branch, and the Public Library.
Which Palmerston North library opens earliest on weekdays?
The District Library - Uptown Branch opens at 08:00 on weekdays. The National Library and Public Library both open at 09:00.