Barbican Library, Public library in City of London, England
The Barbican Library occupies Level 2 of the Barbican Centre, featuring sections for adults, children, and an extensive music collection with sheet music.
The library opened as part of the Barbican Centre development, which emerged from the post-World War II reconstruction of the City of London district.
The library presents exhibitions, writing workshops, and storytelling sessions throughout the year, connecting readers with authors and publishers through Library Lates events.
Members can access computers, free Wi-Fi, printing services, and borrow from a collection of books, DVDs, CDs, and spoken word recordings.
The music section maintains a specialized collection of scores and recordings, serving musicians and music students in the London area.
Location: City of London
Elevation above the sea: 19.52181 m
Address: Barbican Library, Barbican Library, Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS EC2Y 8DS EC2Y 8DS
Email: barbicanlib@cityoflondon.gov.uk
Website: http://cityoflondon.gov.uk/barbicanlibrary
GPS coordinates: 51.51981,-0.09392
Latest update: March 5, 2025 10:56
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