90,000+ images on Manchester's new local image website
Manchester Libraries local image website has been revamped to offer an expanded and improved collection of historic and contemporary images of its people, streets and buildings.
Central Library news
Manchester Libraries launch brand new monthly podcast … Full Volume!
Manchester Libraries are launching an official podcast. Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast promises to take listeners behind the shelves of our city’s much-loved libraries.
New digital experience to launch in Manchester Libraries
Manchester Libraries is taking part in a new digital initiative which will bring exciting new digital experiences to library users this year.
Black British Book Festival to Return to Manchester
The Black British Book Festival is set to return to Manchester Central Library next year following a successful event at Manchester Central Library in September 2023.
Free Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Manchester Central Library.
Manchester Central Library has launched a free self-guided audio tour of the library to coincide with the celebrations for its 90th Anniversary year.
Be part of 'Manchester Central Library at 90' events this summer
Summer festivities are hotting up at Manchester Central Library as it celebrates its 90th birthday on 17 July 2024.
Blue Peter Book Club live takes off in Manchester Central Library
Blue Peter Book Club Live launches at Manchester Central Library Saturday 18 May. A free event for families and children 10am - 4pm. The launch of Manchester’s Blue Peter Book Club Badge Trail.
Take a walkthrough tour of Manchester Libraries online
Manchester library 3D virtual tours are now available online.
Change of HOME for Manchester's Director of Culture
Manchester's ambitious new plan to ensure culture is at the heart of the city over the next decade will be overseen by Dave Moutrey OBE, currently Director and CEO of HOME.
Saluting Our Sisters: Manchester Libraries celebrate Black History Month
Manchester libraries will host a festival of events to honour our city’s pioneering Black women.
Ready, Set, Read: This year’s Summer Reading Challenge launched
The well-loved summer reading challenge returns to Manchester libraries this summer after being launched with school children in Central Library earlier this week
Manchester Central Library hosts Black British Book Festival event
Manchester has been unveiled as one of cities taking centre stage in a summer tour to celebrate the Black British Book Festival this year.