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The Barbican Library is one of the public lending libraries in the City of London. The library has books, spoken word recordings, DVDs, CDs and music scores available, some for loan, and some reference material for use on site.

This public library is one of several libraries in Central London.

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Library floor, Level 2 The Barbican Library is the City of London's leading public lending Library with books, spoken word recordings, DVDs, CDs and scores available for loan.

Opening hours

Mon, Wed: 9.30am–5.30pm Tue, Thu: 9.30am–7.30pm Fri: 9.30am–2pm Sat: 9.30am–4pm Sun: Closed

There are particular strengths in music (including listening facilities and a practice piano), arts, children's and financial sections as well as Internet access and self-service photocopying.

The Library is fully accessible by wheelchair and has a variety of access facilities including hearing induction loops, a reading magnifier machine and enhanced computer screen viewing and listening facilities.

The Library has an active events programme which includes literature events, monthly art exhibitions, children's activities and reader development promotions. Sign up for our email newsletter - send us an email or ask in the library for a form.

Membership is available to those who live, work or study in the City of London, and regular visitors to the Barbican.

Contact the Library 24hr renewals line: 020 7638 0568

Check your Library account

Library Account Login

Enquiries General Library: 020 7638 0569 Music Library: 020 7638 0672 Children's Library: 020 7628 9447 Fax 020 7638 2249

Email
 * barbicanlib@cityoflondon.gov.uk

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