Central Library, Aberdeen
Library in Aberdeen, Scotland
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The Central Library is the principal public library for the city of Aberdeen, Scotland. It opened in 1892 and is operated by Aberdeen City Council as part of the Aberdeen City Libraries network.[1][2]
| Aberdeen Central Library | |
|---|---|
Aberdeen Central Library | |
  Location within Central Aberdeen | |
General information | |
| Type | Library |
| Location | Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Coordinates | 57°8′52.44″N 2°6′21.6″W |
| Inaugurated | 5 July 1892 |
Listed Building – Category C(S) | |
Official name | Public Library, Rosemount Viaduct |
| Designated | 19 March 1984 |
| Reference no. | LB19993 |
History
The library is housed in a category C(S) listed building.[3][4] It cost £10,000 to build and was publicly funded through local campaigning that began in 1889. It was opened 5 July 1892 by Andrew Carnegie after he and his wife contributed £2000 to the construction process.[5][6] It is one of a group of three civic buildings - the other two being St Mark's Church and His Majesty's Theatre - known as "Education, Salvation and Damnation."[7]
Collection
The library contains large collections of local maps, over 15,000 photographs, birth and death records and a collection of local newspapers. Much of the library's stock is held on microfilm.[8] The Aberdeen Collection includes material on shipbuilding, fishing, granite, and the oil industry.[9]
Architecture
Renovation and modernisation
The building has undergone updates to accommodate contemporary use while preserving its historical elements. A refurbishment in the early 1990s enhanced accessibility and expanded facilities such as the children's library and multimedia areas. In 2017, further upgrades introduced new information technology equipment and updated study spaces.[2]
