Contact details
General information (Tel)
:
0161 834 7961
General information (Fax)
:
0161 839 5797
Michael Powell, Printed Works & General Enquiries
:
librarian@chethams.org.uk
Jane Foster, Manuscript & Archival Enquiries
:
archivist@chethams.org.uk
Website
:
www.chethams.org.uk
Open
If you would like to visit the Library or come to read, please contact us.
Description
Chetham's Library was founded in 1653 and is the oldest public library in the English-speaking world. It is an independent charity and remains open to readers and visitors free of charge.
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Collections
General guide to collections available
Specialist publications on collections available
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Public access available to collections information
Disability Access
Parking for disabled available
Wheelchair access to some public areas
General Education
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
Loan service
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
Schools Education
Primary school education service available
Facilities
Facilities for private functions and events
Library with public access
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Study facilities
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