Welcome to
Palace Green
Library
Palace Green Library, in the heart of Durham city, holds Durham University's special collections. Our galleries are open to all and display treasures spanning millennia and the globe.
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Palaeography: Learning to read 17th century handwriting
Michael Stansfield, Deputy Head of Archives and Special Collections, Culture Durham
Francis Gotto, Assistant Keeper, Culture Durham
Andrew Gray, Assistant Keeper, Culture Durham
Teeth can tell us a lot about a person, including their age. Bioarchaeologists use teeth to work out the age of a skeleton, make your own set of chattering teeth for your age.
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Another informative and well presented exhibition which told the story of the Somme through the experiences of numerous local people.
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The collections within this library have kept me entranced for hours, and it frequently hosts the best historical exhibitions in the north east.
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Great exhibitions are held here. There is a quiet cafe which is useful for catching breath and plotting your next walk.
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Great exhibitions are held here. There is a quiet cafe which is useful for catching breath and plotting your next walk.
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OPENING HOURS AND ADMISSION
OPEN TO ALL
Palace Green Library is open daily 9am - 5pm. Please visit the Opening Hours page for information regarding opening times for Exhibitions, Barker Research Library and Courtyard Cafe.
The DLICollection Gallery and Museum of Archaeology are free entry.
FAMILY & LOCAL HISTORIANS
Our archives include parish registers, marriage licences and probate records. If you’re researching your family history, explore our collections and plan your visit.
4SCHOOLS
Book a visit to Palace Green Library with the 4schools team to explore primary sources from our archives and discover more about Durham’s fascinating history.
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