Glasgow Life Libraries

Our libraries are about more than books. Sure, we have shelves filled with everything from Billy Connolly’s biography to the latest Ian Rankin, Jenny Colgan and Val McDermid novels. But that’s only a small part of what we offer.

Our goal is to provide a place to relax, have fun and meet other people. We have an exciting programme of events and activities open to everyone. Not to forget free access to the internet and Wi-Fi to help you get online. Find out more

Join the Library

Become a member today and take advantage of all the great services our libraries provide.
Vision for Glasgow Life Libraries

Find out more and read our refreshed strategy and Vision for Glasgow Libraries which outlines our future direction.
Why Glasgow Life Libraries are awesome

Our libraries are about more than books.

"The library is a constant positive force in my life. It gives access to books and audiobooks I could not afford otherwise. It is a warm and welcoming place." (Anonymous)

Winter Reading Challenge 2024

Glasgow Life Libraries are challenging young book lovers to curl up with a good story this winter. Borrow and read any 3 books to complete the challenge, and receive a certificate and colour-in bookmarks!

Join the Challenge today

Welcome Places

This winter, Glasgow Libraries will again be offering Welcome Places in all library venues where visitors can escape the chill and enjoy a hot drink in good company.

Join us

The Mitchell Library

One of Europe's largest public libraries with research, archive and business facilities.

Find out more about The Mitchell Library

Events and activities for all ages

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What's on in Glasgow Life Libraries

Download our libraries app

The easy way to join, reserve or borrow while on the move.

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Work, money and learning support

View our vast range of free, paid for and funded courses available to adults and children.
Health and wellbeing

Glasgow Life Libraries can help you to improve your health and wellbeing.
Children and families

Children and families are at the heart of everything we do at Glasgow Life Libraries.

"I’m 71 and have used local libraries since I was a child. Borrowing and reading books has brought me a huge amount of pleasure, and over the years I have seen libraries being much more of a community resource which is wonderful." (Anonymous)

Aye Write Book Club podcast

Bringing you a curated collection of fascinating conversations with a range of authors featured within the Aye Write 2023 Book Festival programme.

Listen to the podcast

eLibrary

"I am dyslexic. The library staff have supported me using audio books and finding comic-type graphic novels and comics that I can read easily and enjoy. My love of reading and stories has come back and I have improved my confidence too." (Glasgow Life Libraries member)