Glasgow Life (Libraries) This organisation is a Registered Charity
Helping the people of Glasgow lead happy, healthy lives. Glasgow Life is a charity like no other. Through our city wide network of museums, cultural events, libraries, community programmes and physical activities, we're here to help everyone live their best life.
Our cultural and sporting programmes promote inclusion, happiness and health. They also support the city’s visitor economy.
We provide experiences across Glasgow, many of which are free, and bring value and meaning to people's lives. Our work enhances mental, physical and economic wellbeing.
Glasgow Life Libraries offer much more than your next read. From free, fun and friendly family activities, to supporting digital literacy and learning, our libraries are exciting and engaging for everyone.
Last updated:
02/04/2026
Navigate to each location using the following links below
Services
This service is Free to use
Anniesland Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Opened in 2003, Barmulloch Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings.
Discover, learn, and thrive with the Be Well + Programme - designed to help empower people in their communities, from improving digital skills, to budgeting and health & wellbeing sessions.
This service is Free to use
Bridgeton Library - on the ground floor of a beautiful Category B listed building - offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Castlemilk Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing, comfortable and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Built in 1924, Couper Institute Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing, comfortable and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
An original Carnegie building opened in 1905, Dennistoun Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Drumchapel Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Library open 7 days a week serving the people and visitors of Glasgow since the building was opened in 1903.
This service is Free to use
Opened in 2004, Gorbals Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing, comfortable and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Built in 1906 as one of Glasgow's Carnegie Libraries, Govanhill Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Opened in 1975, Hillhead Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Built in 1981, Ibrox Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing, comfortable and inspiring surroundings.
This service is Free to use
Opened in 1971, Knightswood Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings.
Contact information
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