William Salt Library, Historical archive and library in Stafford, England
The William Salt Library contains extensive collections of manuscripts, books, and documents related to Staffordshire history in a Georgian building.
The building construction commenced in 1730 and reached completion in 1735, later becoming home to the library collection donated by Helen Salt in 1872.
The library maintains substantial genealogical materials, local historical resources, and newspaper archives that document the evolution of Staffordshire communities.
Located on Eastgate Street in Stafford, the library offers free public access to its collections and provides research assistance to visitors.
London banker William Salt accumulated the core collection of books, manuscripts, and watercolors that established the foundation of this specialized library.
Location: Stafford
Location: Stafford
Inception: 1735
Address: Eastgate Street, Stafford ST16 2LZ ST16 2LZ
Website: https://staffordshire.gov.uk/Heritage-and-archives/williamsalt/home.aspx
GPS coordinates: 52.80670,-2.11397
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:54
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