Belfast Libraries

Linen Hall Library sits in the heart of Belfast close to City Hall. This Belfast Library was founded in 1788 and is the city's oldest library. Whilst free to enter the library operates independently of the library system and is paid for through its membership an sponsors. It is reported to have an unparalleled Irish and Local Studies Collection.

Belfast Central Library is the city's main public library which was built in 1888. It sits on Royal Avenue close to Ulster University's City Centre Campus. The Library is run by Northern Ireland Libraries and houses some old collections as well as providing new IT services