Mitchell Library

Display: Glasgow's Commonwealth Games 2014

A colorful collage featuring Glasgow-themed imagery. In the foreground, a cyclist wearing a red helmet and a white Team GB jersey raises one fist in celebration with their mouth open in a triumphant shout. Behind them are detailed black-and-white illustrations of historic buildings, including a large cathedral and an ornate civic building. A black silhouette of a crane bridge spans the lower middle of the image, while part of another athlete's face appears at the bottom right.
Tickets
Free - Drop-in - no ticket required
Dates and times
Thursday 9th Jul - Thursday 1st Oct 2026
9:00am
Age
All ages
Venue
Mitchell Library
View map

In 2014 the city came together to celebrate the Commonwealth Games.

During that historic summer, the Mitchell Library collected ephemera like leaflets, posters, newspapers, badges and fabulous foam hands! 

For 2026, staff from Mitchell Library Special Collections have curated a selection for a small commemorative display. 

Come along and share your memories in our visitor book. 

There will also be an opportunity to view some of the ephemera of 2026.

Find us in the level 5 foyer.

ephemera
/ɪˈfɛm(ə)rə/
Ephemera refers to collectible items originally created for short-term, everyday use that were never intended to be preserved. Derived from the Greek word ephēmeros (meaning "lasting only a day"), the term covers a vast array of transient materials that offer a unique, authentic window into the culture and history of their time.

Accessibility guides

Read the accessibility guide for The Mitchell Library on AccessAble

Read our autism-friendly guide to the Mitchell Library

We also have a supply of books in Braille, large print and audio.

Accessible toilets

This accessible toilet is approximately 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance. This accessible toilet is located to the rear right as you enter.

Assistance dogs

Guide and assistance dogs are welcome and a bowl of water can be provided. 

Hearing loop

There is a fixed loop hearing assistance system.

This venue does not play background music.

Wheelchair access

There is a wheelchair to borrow. To borrow the wheelchair, please contact a member of staff.

Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.

Baby changing

Baby feeding

Cafe or restaurant

The Café is open Monday to Saturday 9am to 4.15pm.

Click here to see the Café menu 

Computers

PC's and printing services are available for public use.

Parking

Please note that there is on-street parking surrounding The Mitchell Library. This is metered from 8am-6pm. Monday to Friday. As this is a local residential area, please use these spaces considerately. Alternatively, there is a NCP Car Park on India Street next to Charing Cross Train Station which is a 2 minute walk away. 

Photography and video recording

On occasion, Glasgow Life will be on the premises to film and take photos. 

Free wifi

We provide free WIFI access and further access to over 50 PCs for public use

View The Mitchell Library on Google Maps

Location Map

A range of free and accredited digital skills courses designed to suit you. From the basics to help get you back in to work to coding for a career boost, Glasgow Code Learning is learning that fits your lifestyle. View our courses and session times.

You may also like