News

60 Years of Television History In Libraries Across Northern Ireland Digitised and Available to the Public

Libraries NI is thrilled to share the exciting news that BFI Replay is available on library computers in all local branches across Northern Ireland. This fantastic resource offers free access to 60 years of screen history. Now, the people of Northern Ireland can explore this treasure trove of film and video in their local public libraries.

23 Nov 2023

Community artwork vanishes from Ormeau Road Library

Libraries NI has reported that a piece of public art has disappeared from the grounds of Ormeau Road Library. The sculpture, which has been an integral part of the library since its installation in 2011, was confirmed missing on Monday 20 November.

22 Nov 2023

Temporary Closure of Killyleagh Library for Refurbishment Work

Due to refurbishment work, Killyleagh Library will be closed from Monday 4 December until Spring 2024.

20 Nov 2023

Temporary Closure of Bessbrook Library for Essential Building Work

Bessbrook Library will be closed temporarily from Wednesday 29 November until April 2024 due to essential building work.

17 Nov 2023

PRONI Libraries Tour

A Seamus Heaney letter and passenger logs from emigration ships that departed Foyle Port for North America in the mid-1800s are to be put on display as part of a regional tour of local libraries by the Public Record Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI).

15 Nov 2023

100 year anniversary of W.B. Yeats receiving the Nobel Prize for Literature

We are thrilled to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of W.B. Yeats receiving the Nobel Prize for Literature. To celebrate this milestone, we have curated a selection of images from our special collections that showcase the beauty, influence, and wide-ranging talents of this remarkable individual.

13 Nov 2023

Enniskillen Library Temporary Planned Closure

Enniskillen Library will be closed temporarily from Monday 30 October until Saturday 4 November inclusive due to essential maintenance. During this temporary closure, customers can visit any public library.

26 Oct 2023

‘Walking on Air’ An Evening in Celebration of Seamus Heaney

Libraries NI has announced that a special event will take place on Wednesday 1 November at 4:30pm in Warrenpoint Library to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the death of Seamus Heaney.

24 Oct 2023