Opening hours
| Day | Opens | Closes |
| Mon | 9:00am - 8:00pm | |
| Tue | 9:00am - 8:00pm | |
| Wed | 9:00am - 8:00pm | |
| Thu | 9:00am - 8:00pm | |
| Fri | 9:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Sat | 9:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Sun | Closed | |
With its distinctive copper dome, The Mitchell Library is one of Glasgow’s most famous landmarks and one of Europe’s most prestigious libraries.
Inside you’ll discover the hub of the citywide information service across five floors, with staff on-hand to help with all kinds of research. We have a lively programme of displays, events and workshops, a café and online shop.
Come in to explore, and keep up to date online.
Find out more about our services below.
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.
Baby changing
Baby feeding
Guidedog friendly
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.
Parking
Please note that there is on-street metered car parking surrounding The Mitchell Library. As this is also a local residential area, please use these spaces considerately. Alternatively, there is an 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.
Cafe
Our Café Bar is a light, modern, welcoming space situated on the ground floor of The Mitchell Library. Find out more and view our menu.
Community information
Community languages collection
Local history collection
Explore Glasgow's rich and fascinating history through the public records in the City Archives.
Learn more about your local family history and research your family tree at glasgowfamilyhistory.org.uk
Newspapers and magazines
Novels and factual books
Photocopying
Photocopying and reproduction are both available at The Mitchell Library
Shop
Study spaces
Baillie’s Reading Room on level 2 of The Mitchell Library is an ideal Study Space
Free wifi
We provide free WIFI access and further access to over 50 PC's for public use
Find out all the information about whats on at the Mitchell
View our Mitchell Library events feed here
Download our April & May event guide
Glasgow Libraries are working with Macmillan Cancer Support to provide Macmillan Cancer Information & Support Services in your community. If you're affected by cancer you may want to know there's someone you can turn to for help. Someone who can help find answers to your questions, whatever they may be.
There is a drop in session at Mitchell Library every Tuesday at 12 - 4pm.
Find out more about Glasgow Libraries' partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support.
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, Codeworks is learning that fits your lifestyle. View our courses and session times.
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What's on at The Mitchell Library
Bookbug
Bookbug At Glasgow Libraries (0-18 months Session)
Mitchell Library
Mon 30 Jul 2018 to Mon 6 Apr 2020
Bookbug
Bookbug At Glasgow Libraries
Mitchell Library
Mon 30 Jul 2018 to Mon 6 Apr 2020
Bookbug
Bookbug At Glasgow Libraries
Mitchell Library
Tue 31 Jul 2018 to Tue 7 Apr 2020