Historic Libraries & Archives at Palace Green Library
Building closure - upcoming dates
Due to extensive roofing works at Palace Green Library, there will be times when we have to close the building to visitors between summer 2024 and spring 2025.
Visit our Tickets and Times page for more information.
Plan Your Visit
Find out everything you need to know to get the most from our visit: how to find us, opening times and more. Plus, everything you need to know if you or anyone in your group has any special needs or requirements.
History of the collections
Find out more about how our collections were created and found their way to the University.
Bishop Cosin and his Library
Sharp Family of Bamburgh
Martin Routh
Architecture
Palace Green Library is not one, but a collection of buildings. Explore the story of the evolution of the site and the buildings.
Using our collections
We welcome anyone who wishes to study our collections. Find out more about searching our collections online and how to make a research appointment.
Nearby attractions
Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre
Durham Castle
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