Local History

Last updated 17 August 2026

Opening Hours

Monday, Thursday and Friday: 9:30am – 5pm
Tuesday and Wednesday: 9:30am – 8pm
Saturday: 9:30am – 2pm
Closed: Sunday

Phone

Accessibility Information

We're working to make our libraries more accessible for everyone. Newcastle City Library, including the Local History Library, offers the following features to support people with disability:

Access ramp at main entrance
Automatic doors access to the ground floor
Hearing loop
JAWS screen readers on public PCs
Accessible PC keyboard on request
Noise cancelling headphones
Newspaper tablet
Accessible lifts between library levels
Adjustable height desks
Accessible parking
Accessible toilet located on the ground floor
Baby nappy change table located on the ground floor
Quiet room on the ground floor

Location

Level 2
War Memorial Cultural Centre
15 Laman Street
Newcastle 2300