The Mitchell Library and Theatre
The Mitchell Library is one of Europe's largest public libraries with over one million items of stock and is the hub of a city-wide information service, it's also home to the Mitchell Theatre!
About The Mitchell Library and Theatre
| The Mitchell Library North Street, Glasgow City Centre G3 7DN | |
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With its distinctive green dome, the building has been one of the city’s iconic landmarks since it opened in 1911 and is also home to the Mitchell Theatre, an exhibition hall and the Herald Café Bar.
Archives And Collections
The library specialises in material relating to Glasgow’s history, including the city’s Archives and has extensive family history resources. Collections range from rare books and manuscripts to newspapers and online databases.
Business @ The Mitchell
With a range of online business resources available in the library or remotely from your own PC, Business @ The Mitchell has everything you need for starting your own business.
Computers And Internet Access
Customers have access to 96 public PCs and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building. The Information Desk is located at the Granville Street entrance, which is fully accessible. There is another entrance to the Library on North Street but this is not suitable for people who might require assistance.
The Herald Café Bar
The Herald Café Bar is a light, modern, welcoming space situated on the ground floor of The Mitchell Library. It’s great place to have a break if you’re doing some research at the library or are looking for somewhere to meet up with friends for lunch. The menu includes snacks and light meals, hot drinks and sandwiches.
The Café is right next to The Mitchell Theatre so it’s an ideal place to grab something to eat before an event. The Café is fully licensed too so you can even enjoy a glass of wine or a cool beer with your meal too.
You'll find The Mitchell’s main surf area with 50 PCs with FREE Internet access nearby and there’s free Wi-Fi too so you can check your emails over a coffee.
The staff on the Information Desk will be happy to help with any enquiry whether it's about events, exhibitions or services in the Library or how to access material from the collections.
All information (whether in text or photographs) is supplied in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.
Upcoming Events at The Mitchell Library and Theatre
Glasgow Mitchell Library Classics Book Group
Glasgow Mitchell Library Classics Book Group runs on the first Thursday of each month with the library kindly providing books for all members, so there is no cost involved!
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The Mitchell Library Death Cafe hosted by Creating Conversations CIC
Join Creating Conversations CIC at The Mitchell Library for one of their regular Death Cafe, a safe, confidential and friendly space to come together and talk openly and honestly about death.
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Make 2nds Count - Tea & Chat
Glasgow Libraries have joined up with Make 2nds Count to host a monthly tea and chat meet up group for secondary breast cancer patients in Glasgow.
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Cut and Paste Tuesday
Cut and Paste Tuesday at The Mitchell Library is a monthly workshop for seasoned zine makers and newbies alike!
READ MOREMore Theatres in Glasgow
Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre
8-10 Balcarres Avenue,
Glasgow West End G12 0QF
Based in the West End of Glasgow, the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre comprises a theatre (80 seats), museum and education unit.
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SEC Armadillo
Scottish Event Campus Exhibition Way,
Glasgow West End G3 8YW
The SEC Armadillo is more than just a fantastic, purpose-built venue; it's been described as Glasgow's most iconic building and its stylish curves are a landmark sight in the city!
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Kilmardinny House
50 Kilmardinny Avenue,
Bearsden G61 3NN
This stunning Georgian mansion, nestled in the tranquil suburbs of Bearsden, is surrounded by idyllic scenery and beautiful landscaped gardens.
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Citizens Theatre
119 Gorbals Street,
Glasgow South Side G5 9DS
The Citizens Theatre is an iconic venue and theatre company in the Gorbals area of Glasgow, creating ground-breaking theatre productions and empowering participatory projects.
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Fort Theatre
Fort Theatre Kenmure Avenue,
Bishopbriggs G64 2DW
The Fort Theatre is home to the Antonine Theatre Group who perform at least two full-length plays and a pantomime per season. Cabaret nights are also a regular feature in the theatre group's calendar.
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Kings Theatre Glasgow
297 Bath Street,
Glasgow City Centre G2 4JN
King's Theatre Glasgow is one of Scotland's most historic and significant theatres. Whether you're a fan of musicals, pantomimes, drama, dance or comedy it is a must-visit for any theatre lover!
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The OVO Hydro
Scottish Event Campus Exhibition Way,
Glasgow West End G3 8YW
Find out what's on at The OVO Hydro in Glasgow and book your tickets online with What's On Glasgow!
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Glasgow Film Theatre
12 Rose Street,
Glasgow City Centre G3 6RB
What began as a single screen cinema over 80 years ago has become Scotland’s most diverse and best publicly attended independent cinema, and home to the award-winning Glasgow Film Festival.
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SEC Centre
Scottish Event Campus Exhibition Way,
Glasgow West End G3 8YW
Find out what's on at the SEC Centre Glasgow and book your tickets online with What's On Glasgow!
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Theatre 118
118 Osborne Street,
Glasgow City Centre G1 5RP
Glasgow’s newest producing theatre, supporting grassroots theatre making across the city.
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Websters Theatre
416 Great Western Road,
Glasgow West End G4 9HZ
Websters Glasgow is a performing arts theatre, bar and restaurant situated in Glasgow's West End occupying the building of the 19th century former Lansdowne Parish Church.
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Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre
Based in the West End of Glasgow, the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre comprises a theatre (80 seats), museum and education unit.
READ MORE
SEC Armadillo
The SEC Armadillo is more than just a fantastic, purpose-built venue; it's been described as Glasgow's most iconic building and its stylish curves are a landmark sight in the city!
READ MORE
Kilmardinny House
This stunning Georgian mansion, nestled in the tranquil suburbs of Bearsden, is surrounded by idyllic scenery and beautiful landscaped gardens.
READ MORE
Citizens Theatre
The Citizens Theatre is an iconic venue and theatre company in the Gorbals area of Glasgow, creating ground-breaking theatre productions and empowering participatory projects.
READ MORE
Fort Theatre
The Fort Theatre is home to the Antonine Theatre Group who perform at least two full-length plays and a pantomime per season. Cabaret nights are also a regular feature in the theatre group's calendar.
READ MORE
Kings Theatre Glasgow
King's Theatre Glasgow is one of Scotland's most historic and significant theatres. Whether you're a fan of musicals, pantomimes, drama, dance or comedy it is a must-visit for any theatre lover!
READ MORE
The OVO Hydro
Find out what's on at The OVO Hydro in Glasgow and book your tickets online with What's On Glasgow!
READ MORE
Glasgow Film Theatre
What began as a single screen cinema over 80 years ago has become Scotland’s most diverse and best publicly attended independent cinema, and home to the award-winning Glasgow Film Festival.
READ MORESEC Centre
Find out what's on at the SEC Centre Glasgow and book your tickets online with What's On Glasgow!
READ MORE
Theatre 118
Glasgow’s newest producing theatre, supporting grassroots theatre making across the city.
READ MORE
Websters Theatre
Websters Glasgow is a performing arts theatre, bar and restaurant situated in Glasgow's West End occupying the building of the 19th century former Lansdowne Parish Church.
READ MORE
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