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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Receive free entry to Palace Green Library's exhibitions for one day only!
Coming soon View All Events
2015 marks the 800th anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta. The only surviving 1216 copy of the great charter will be on display at Durham University’s Palace Green Library in this commemorative exhibition.
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It's a nice old building with interesting history, a small souvenir shop and various exhibits.
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An unexpected oasis... If you have climbed from the river and earned the rest, spend that time at the Courtyard Café.
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OPENING HOURS AND ADMISSION
OPEN TO ALL
Our exhibitions are open Monday, 12:00 – 17:00 and Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 – 17:00.
| Adults | £4.50 | |
| Concessions | £3.50 | |
| Children (over 5) | £3.50 | |
| Family (2 adults, 3 children) | £15.00 | |
| Infants (under 5) | Free | |
| Carers | Free | |
| Durham University Campus Card holders | Free |
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.
- #ItemOfTheMonth It's 1852 and we're off on a carriage ride around Windsor Park: we look at a colourful scrap-book... http://t.co/MWlcthd76q
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