Chetham’s Library

The bookshelves and corridors inside the historic Chetham's Library.
Image credit: Chetham's Library.

Chetham’s Library is one of the must-sees of any visit to Manchester. The library was founded in 1653, and is the oldest public library in the world – but the building dates back even further, to 1421.

You’ll find Chetham’s Library on the same site as the Chetham School of Music.

All visits and library tours must be booked in advance.

Chetham's Library is temporarily closed to the public.

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