Local History

Last updated 10 April 2026

Anzac Day closures: Our libraries and return chutes will be closed on Saturday 25 April and Monday 27 April for the Anzac Day public holidays. Regular hours resume on Tuesday 28 April. Members can renew borrowed items and access content via the Newcastle Libraries app or website.

Current opening hours:

Branch	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat	Sun
Local History	9:30am – 5pm	9:30am – 8pm	9:30am – 8pm	9:30am – 5pm	9:30am – 5pm	9.30am – 2pm	closed

Location

Level 2
War Memorial Cultural Centre
15 Laman Street
Newcastle 2300
P: 02 4974 5330