Finding things

Search and browse our catalogues and databases for details of material in the collections at NLS

Explore the collections

The millions of items in our collections range from medieval manuscripts to films and electronic journals

View and read online

Colourful 19th-century theatre posters are among thousands of items in the Digital gallery

When you visit

Enjoy drinks and snacks in the café, browse and buy in the shop, and register for a library card in the Visitor Centre


Access our world-class collections

The National Library of Scotland is the world's leading centre for the study of Scotland and the Scots. We are a major European research library, with collections of world-class importance.

You can see collection items online, and hundreds more digital resources may be available if you register. Anyone can get a library card to consult material in our reading rooms.

 

 

The National Library of Scotland is a registered Scottish Charity. Scottish Charity No. SC011086


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Capturing digital memory

Websites and digital publications can now be collected for the nation — electronic legal deposit has arrived!

Learning zone

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The Learning zone – ideas and resources for exploring our collections.