Stockbridge public library, Public library in Stockbridge district, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Stockbridge Public Library is a public library in the Stockbridge district of Edinburgh. It provides books, digital resources, and educational materials using the Library of Congress Classification system.
Founded in 1898, the library has served the Stockbridge neighborhood as a center of knowledge and learning. It has adapted continuously to meet changing community needs over more than 120 years.
The library serves as a gathering place where neighbors meet for reading groups and children's programs throughout the week. People come together here to share interests and spend time in the community.
The library opens several times throughout the week for visitors from the surrounding area. It is helpful to check opening hours beforehand, as these can vary seasonally.
Edinburgh libraries are the only institutions in the United Kingdom that have used the Library of Congress Classification system since 1974. This system differs significantly from the British standard method used in almost all other libraries across the country.
Location: City of Edinburgh
Inception: 1898
GPS coordinates: 55.95900,-3.20780
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:04
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