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Find out about the services, collections, events and facilities of Manchester Central Library. Explore the rare books, archives, music library, children's library and more.
- Archives & Local History
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- Central Library Building
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- Children's Library
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Manchester Central Library is the headquarters of the city's library and information service in Manchester, England. Facing St Peter's Square, it was designed by E. Vincent Harris and constructed between 1930 and 1934.
- 17 July 1934
- United Kingdom
- 1930
- Manchester
This iconic city venue, designed by E. Vincent Harris, was first opened in 1934. Following a £50m refurbishment in 2010, taking four years, the Grade II listed building has been brought into the 21st century by combining historic features with cutting-edge design. Take a look at previously hidden heritage spaces and the magnificent Wolfson Reading Room. Alongside an unrivalled hub of ...
- St. Peters Square, Manchester, M2 5PD, Greater Manchester
- 0161 234 1983
Learn about the fascinating history of Manchester Central Library, the second largest public library in the UK, designed by E. Vincent Harris. Discover its rare books, manuscripts, and special collections, and how it blends the old and new in its renovated interior.
Central Library offers a range of services and facilities for music lovers, from borrowing and composing to research and performance. You can also access books, periodicals, CDs, DVDs, and rare manuscripts in the library or online.
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