The Library of Birmingham is a public library in Birmingham. It is situated on the west side of the city centre at Centenary Square, beside the Birmin ... More
The Library of Birmingham is a public library in Birmingham. It is situated on the west side of the city centre at Centenary Square, beside the Birmingham Rep and Baskerville House.
The ten-level Library shares a spacious entrance and foyer as well as a flexible studio theatre seating 300 people with the Birmingham Repertory Theatre. Sited in Centenary Square it, along with The REP and Symphony Hall, forms a cultural heart for the city.
An outdoor Amphitheatre, surrounded by wild flower planting, in Centenary Square provides a performance space for music, drama, poetry reading and storytelling.
There are two outdoor garden terraces, children’s spaces and a panoramic viewing gallery at the summit, where visitors are able to enjoy stunning views from one of the highest points in the city.
Library of Birmingham 4 Centenary Square Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2ND England 
- Business hours -
Mon-Tue : 11:00am-19:00pm
Wed-Sat : 11:00am-17:00pm
(Closed on Sun)
- Direction -
By Train:
About 10 to 15 minutes' walk from New Street Station, and 15 to 20 minutes from Snow Hill Station.
Moor Street and Five Ways are further away but still within walking distance.
- Parking -
There are public car parks nearby at Cambridge Street and Arena Birmingham.
Founded by Enriqueta Rylands in memory of her husband John Rylands, the library opened to the public in 1900 as a gift to Manchester and its people.
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Founded by Enriqueta Rylands in memory of her husband John Rylands, the library opened to the public in 1900 as a gift to Manchester and its people.
Today, it is part of The University of Manchester Library and offers a range of services and resources for researchers, students and visitors. Whether you want to explore our exhibitions, join our events or simply marvel at our architecture, we look forward to welcoming you to this magnificent library.
At busier times it may be necessary to limit the number of visitors to protect our Grade 1 listed building, so we may ask you to queue outside prior to entry.
150 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3EH England 
- Business hour -
Wed-Sat : 10:00am-17:00pm
- Direction -
From St Peter's Square Metrolink Station, walk northwest on Princess Street / John Dalton Street until you reach Deansgate. Turn left onto Deansgate and walk for approximately 100 metres. John Rylands Research Institute and Library will be on your right.
It is one of the most important academic libraries in the world and exhibits various archival relics. ... More
It is one of the most important academic libraries in the world and exhibits various archival relics.