Exhibitions

We encourage you to wear a face covering when visiting the Library, especially in busy spaces.

Please do not visit the Library if you are feeling unwell.

You will find hand sanitiser at entry and exit points, and the galleries will be cleaned regularly throughout the day.

You can take pictures of the exhibition, providing you don't use flash. 

The exhibition spaces are on one level and are wheelchair accessible. There are lifts from the entrance level to the main visitor centre. You will find seating in the 'Petticoats and Pinnacles' exhibition, and staff at the exhibition entrance can provide additional seating if needed.

A hearing loop is available — let the member of staff at the exhibition entrance know if we can help with that.

Exhibitions are held at the Library's George IV Bridge building in Edinburgh. 

The exhibition space is open during the following hours:

• Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 9.30 to 19.00
• Wednesday: 10.00 to 19.00
• Friday and Saturday: 09.30 to 17.00.

Please note: Our exhibition space will be temporarily closed from Monday 10 October while we install a new display. 'Pen Names' will reopen alongside the new display on Friday 14 October.