Hallward Library - celebrating 50 years of our arts and social sciences library
Keep an eye out in our libraries and on our digital channels over the next couple of months for freebies, blog posts, staff and student memories and more.
Explore the history of the library
Throughout August and September, we'll be sharing a series of posts on our Manuscripts and Special Collections blog taking a look at the development of the library from idea to official opening in August 1973 and beyond.
Exhibition
An exhibition of photographs from our collections is on display on Level 2 of Hallward Library.
Interior of Hallward Library c. 1973
Manuscripts and Special Collections, ACC 3117
Take a look inside
Hallward Library has changed a lot throughout its 50 year history but many things have stayed the same. Take a look at our student guided tour to see what the library looks like in 2023.