Gorbals Library

Oscar Marzaroli's Gorbals

Oscar Marzaroli's Gorbals
Tickets
Free
Dates and times
Every day from 28th Aug 2023
Check venue opening times
Age
All ages

Street Level Photoworks in partnership with the Marzaroli Collection and Gorbals Library, are delighted to present this permanent display of 21 historical photographs of the Gorbals by famed Scots-Italian photographer Oscar Marzaroli (1933 –1988).

Through portraits and landscapes, Marzaroli captured Glasgow during an exceptional time when city slums were being cleared to make way for new social housing. His images perfectly encapsulate the atmosphere surrounding those fundamental shifts in society. 

Oscar was a photographer of great ability, who captured the nature of the city and people with sensitivity and empathy.

Image credit: Oscar Marzaroli 'Playing Ring', Gorbals, School Playground 1963. © Oscar Marzaroli Collection, courtesy Street Level Photoworks.

Accessibility guides

Read the accessibility guide for Gorbals Library on AccessAble

View our autism-friendly guide to Gorbals Library.

Accessible toilets

This accessible toilet is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance, on the right hand side. 

Assistance dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome. We can provide a bowl of water for an assistance dog. 

Hearing loop

There is a portal loop hearing assistance system.

Wheelchair access

Baby changing

Baby feeding

Parking

This library DOES NOT have its own car parking access.

Photography and video recording

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

Study spaces

Free wifi

Location Map

Gorbals Library is home to an Employability Hub. The Hub, which operates every Wednesday, has lots of support and activities to help you find a job, create your CV or even launch your own business.


You may also like