Hammersmith Library

The Carnegie Central Library building stands at the intersection of Shepherd's Bush Road, featuring classical architectural elements and decorative sculptures on its facade.

Architect Henry Hare completed this Grade II listed building in 1905 as part of Andrew Carnegie's initiative to establish public libraries across the United Kingdom.

The library's exterior displays statues of John Milton and William Shakespeare, along with figures representing Literature, Arts, Spinning, and Astronomy between its windows.

Located at latitude 51.494632 and longitude -0.223674, the library provides reading rooms, study spaces, local history archives, and internet access to community members.

Henry Hare incorporated his signature hare motif into the building's design, marking it as one of his architectural works during his presidency of British Architects.

Location: London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham

Inception: 1905

Architects: Henry Hare

Elevation above the sea: 6.448204 m

Address: Hammersmith Library, Shepherds Bush Road, London, W6 7AT W6 7AT W6 7AT

Email: libraries@lbhf.gov.uk

Website: https://lbhf.gov.uk/libraries/find-your-library/hammersmith-library

GPS coordinates: 51.49463,-0.22367

Latest update: March 8, 2025 06:15