Couper Institute and Library, 84-86 Clarkston Road, Glasgow
Couper Institute and Library, 84-86 Clarkston Road, Glasgow, Public library in Cathcart, Glasgow, Scotland.
The Couper Institute Library extends along Clarkston Road with its English Baroque architectural design and large reading spaces.
Robert Couper, a paper mill owner, provided 8000 pounds in 1887 for the construction of a library, reading room, and hall.
The library organizes weekly programs including reading groups, educational classes, and community events for local residents.
Located at 84-86 Clarkston Road in Glasgow, the library opens Monday through Wednesday from 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Following its closure during the Covid-19 pandemic, local residents launched the 'Save the Couper' campaign, leading to its successful reopening in 2022.
Location: Glasgow City
Location: Glasgow
Address: Couper Institute Library and Learning Centre, 84-86 Clarkston Road, Glasgow, G44 3DA, United Kingdom
Website: https://glasgowlife.org.uk/libraries/venues/couper-institute-library
GPS coordinates: 55.81590,-4.26482
Latest update: December 1, 2025 15:31
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