Step Inside 120 Years of History at Clitheroe's Carnegie Library
Library, Church Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2DG
Opened in 1905, Clitheroe's Carnegie Library has stood as a proud symbol of learning and community for one hundred and twenty years. From its largely unchanged, Renaissance-influenced exterior to the ever-evolving interior, shaped by generations of readers, thinkers, and local life, this building tells a rich story of both endurance and transformation.
The library’s physical form was crafted by skilled architects and builders, but who were they, and what does their story tell us about legacy? And what of the broader cast of advocates and benefactors, the metaphorical architects who facilitated a space for learning, growth, and opportunity? Their contributions, though less visible than bricks and mortar, are just as foundational.
Join us this Heritage Open Day to explore how the library's role, design, and atmosphere have changed over the past 120 years. Supported by the Ribble Valley Stanza group, you'll hear stories from its past, uncover hidden architectural details, and see how this historic space continues to serve the community in new and inspiring ways.
Come for the history, stay for the stories.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- TBC
Location & directions
Library, Church Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2DG
- Contact on day:
- Clitheroe library
- Telephone number:
- +443001236703
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
