Our Spaces

Our branches offer a variety of free community spaces including children’s and youth zones, quiet reading rooms and study areas, group study rooms, work spaces, and a Makerspace. We also have a bookable Podcast and Media Room with sound recording equipment, conference facilities and a green screen at our Digital Library in Newcastle West.

We welcome group visits to our Libraries from pre-schools, schools, community groups and organisations. Visit our new Digital Library and meet Pepper the Robot, explore the amazing content on the huge interactive Story Wall, see our 3D printer in action and interact with digitised content showcasing treasures from our Heritage Collection in the Magic Box.Take a tour of the War Memorial Cultural Centre or Wallsend Library, peak into our Rare Book room or go behind the scenes of the library. All tours are free and storytime sessions can be arranged for our younger visitors.

For more information P: 02 4974 5300
E: library@ncc.nsw.gov.au

Hire a Venue

Newcastle Libraries are literary, educational and recreational centres for the Newcastle community. As well as lending a range of materials we conserve historical collections, host events and activities, support community education and provide resources for our growing multicultural community.

Study Spaces

Need a quiet space to study? Many Newcastle Libraries branches have spaces set aside so you can study away from home and access our free Wi-Fi.

Podcast & Media Room

Our new Digital Library in Newcastle West offers a bookable Podcast and Media Room with sound recording equipment, conference facilities and a green screen. It can be booked for sound recording, video conferencing and filming activities.