Quiet weekday reading in a historic room that is open to everyone. This Place draft was checked on August 30, 2026. Recheck details that can change before publication.
| Address | 59 St George Street, Toronto |
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| Best for | Quiet weekday reading in a historic room that is open to everyone |
| Cost | Free to use the Reading Room. A TCard is needed to borrow books. |
Our honest take
No University of Toronto affiliation is needed to sit in the Reading Room.
It closes at 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and is not a weekend or evening option.
Plan the visit
Transit: Walk south from St George Station or north from Museum Station to Knox College.
Access: The public page does not explain every step-free entrance or washroom route. Contact Knox College if a specific route matters.
Hours and timing: Fall 2026 hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The library closes on statutory holidays.
Check the official visitor information
Frequently asked questions
Is Caven Library open to the public?
Yes. Knox College says anyone may use the Reading Room without a University of Toronto affiliation.
Do I need a TCard?
Not to sit and read. A TCard is required to borrow books.
When is Caven Library open?
Fall 2026 hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Where is Caven Library?
It is inside Knox College at 59 St George Street.
Is Caven Library wheelchair accessible?
The public page does not give enough detail to promise every route. Contact Knox College before a mobility-sensitive visit.