Research
Whether you are learning about your ancestors or involved in academic or other research, we have resources to help you.
At Kelvin Hall you can access digitised books, manuscripts, maps, photographs and films and more from our collections.
You are also able to consult thousands of searchable electronic journals, articles and reference works that are not generally available to the public.
The Moving Image Archive collection holds unique and rare footage and documents, many of which can only be seen at Kelvin Hall.
Staff are on hand to guide you and to help with enquiries.
Family history
Family history researchers visiting Kelvin Hall can use our growing range of digital resources. These include maps, films, Post Office directories, and much more.
We hold newspaper archives which give you the chance to search for past news stories or obituaries relating to members of your family.
Academic research collaborations
As well as enabling academic research, we are already working with partner organisations to deliver world class research. Several collaborations are in progress, and we are keen to develop more.
Read more about academic research on the Library's website.
Venue
National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall
1445 Argyle St
Glasgow G3 8AW
Scotland
Open Hours
- Monday: Closed to the public
- Tuesday: 10am - 5pm
- Wednesday: 1.30pm - 8pm
- Thursday: 10am - 5pm
- Friday: 10am - 5pm
- Saturday: 10am - 5pm
- Sunday: Closed to the public
Access Info
- Entry: Free
- Wheelchair access: Yes
- Disabled toilet facilities: Yes
