Picton Reading Room and Hornby Library
Picton Reading Room and Hornby Library, Public reading room in William Brown Street, Liverpool, England
The Picton Reading Room features a semicircular facade with Corinthian columns, while the Hornby Library stands behind the main structure at 22 meters elevation.
Completed in 1879, the Picton Reading Room became the first library in the United Kingdom to implement electric lighting throughout its premises.
Both reading spaces contain extensive collections of literature and historical texts, serving as educational resources for Liverpool residents and researchers.
The building maintains regular opening hours for public access, providing designated study areas and reference materials within the Liverpool Central Library complex.
The architectural design accommodates a specific angular shift between surrounding buildings through its curved frontage and strategic column placement.
Location: Liverpool
Inception: 1906
Architects: Cornelius Sherlock
Elevation above the sea: 22.3431 m
Part of: Liverpool Central Library
GPS coordinates: 53.41000,-2.98000
Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:32
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