Sheffield's Central Library: A History
Central Library, Surrey Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 1XZ
The Grade II Listed Sheffield Central Library which also houses the Library, Theatre and Graves Art Gallery, was opened in 1934 by the Duchess of York (The Queen Mother). It retains many original features and has been in continual public use for its 91 years.
Come and explore some of our archive material relating to the building and its people, and celebrate this wonderful building.
There will be opportunities to explore the building itself and to find out more about the work of Sheffield Archives and Local Studies Library.
Timings & Tours
- Monday 15 September:
- 1100 - 1500
Location & directions
Central Library, Surrey Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 1XZ
- Directions:
- Sheffield Local Studies Library is on the first floor of the Central Library. Stepped access through the main Library entrance. If you need a lift please use the Library entrance on Arundel Gate
- Contact on day:
- Sally Rodgers
- Telephone number:
- +447826995746
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- Our main event is a drop event with a self guide tour - no booking needed There may also be a led tour (TBC) please see our online listing for updated details and to book for this as numbers will be limited.
- Booking contact name:
- Sally Rodgers (Sheffield Archives Engagement Officer)
- Booking telephone number:
- +447826995746
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/libraries-sheffield-9795467632
- Booking opens:
- 01 Sep 2025 10:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 14 Sep 2025 05:00 PM
Accessibility details
Drop in event - Sheffield Local Studies Library, this is on the 1st floor of the Central Library and accessible by wheelchair using the lift which you can access at the back door of the Library on Arundel Gate. Tours (self guided and led (TBC) - Will include stairs, however all information relating to the tour will be available in the Local Studies Library. Accessible toilets are on the ground floor near the lift.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 15
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 35 minute(s)
