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The Barbican Library, London

The Barbican Libraryl at the Barbican Centre is the City of London's leading public lending Library with books, spoken word recordings, videos, DVDs, CD-ROMs, music CDs and scores available for loan.

The second-floor Barbican Library is one of the 5 City of London libraries. It is one of the largest public libraries in London and has a separate arts library, a large music library and a children's library which regularly conducts free events. The Barbican Library houses the 'London Collection' of historical books and resources, some of which date back 300 years, all being available on loan. The library presents regular literary events and has an art exhibition space for hire. The music library has a free practice piano for public use.

Opening Times

Mon, Wed: 9.30am - 5.30pm
Tue, Thu: 9.30am - 7.30pm
Fri: 9.30am - 2pm
Sat: 9.30am - 4pm

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Disabled Facilities

The Library is fully accessible by wheelchair and has a variety of access facilities including hearing induction loops, a reading magnifier machine and enhanced computer screen viewing and listening facilities.

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More Information

Telephone: 020 7638 0569

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Location Map

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Barbican Centre,
Silk Street,
London

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