Our new exhibition champions the value of books and libraries to people's lives.
To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.
Made in collaboration with partners across the country, this love letter to libraries will intrigue, energise, and galvanise you. You'll leave with a whole new perspective on how libraries can help you, and how you can help them.
Browse bookshelves in an open reading room filled with recommendations from the public and well-known Scottish figures. See libraries in popular culture, protest banners and badges, vintage film footage, and more.
Opening hours
Monday: 10am to 7pm
Tuesday: 10am to 7pm
Wednesday: 10am to 7pm
Thursday: 10am to 7pm
Friday: 10am to 5pm
Saturday: 10am to 5pm
Sunday: Closed
16 June: Our reading rooms will close at 3pm, and the building at 4pm.
19 June: The building will close at 5pm.
Gallery
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Hand-painted bookmarks, a pebble book and nest from the Nature Library
©Image: Christina Riley
© Image: Christina Riley
Celebrating 100 years
Find out more about how we're celebrating our history this year and also looking ahead to how we can ensure the National Library of Scotland continues to thrive for the next 100 years.
