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Partick Library is a public library at 305 Dumbarton Road in the Glasgow district of Partick. [1] It was built between 1922 and 1926 by the Office of Works. A single storey building, it has a slate roof with skylights. A boundary wall with wrought iron railings surrounds the library, with its entrance marked by stone piers.
Jun 28, 2024 · Partick Library holds a special place in the heart of Billy Connolly who said: “Partick Library was heaven. When you walked in the door the library was on the left and on the right was a newspaper section. They had the newspapers, on sticks, ready to be read in an upright position.
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Dec 2, 2019 · As part of a planned £10 million investment into improving libraries and community facilities citywide, this investment by Glasgow City Council has significantly redeveloped Partick Library, allowing us to protect this important B-listed building.
Built in 1925, the Partick Library underwent a refurbishment in 2019. The library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings. Our friendly staff will always be on hand to help you get the most out of your visit.
Aug 18, 2020 · Most have survived. Dennistoun, Govanhill, Maryhill, Parkhead, Pollokshields and Woodside have been continuously used as community libraries. While the original buildings for Bridgeton, Hutchesontown, Kingston and Springburn still exist, they no longer form part of the city’s library system.
Mar 11, 2016 · In 1925 Partick Library was opened, designed, like Whiteinch Library, by Thomas Somers of the city engineer's department. To make Partick know whose town they lived in now, the Glasgow coat of arms is prominent by the entrance.
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Dec 2, 2019 · A WEST End library which is more than 90 years old has reopened its doors today after a massive £1.5 million investment. Partick Library is operating again to meet the demands of the busy community it serves who visit more than 2500 times and request at least 1500 books per week.
