New West End’s Arts Library forms a key part of Labour’s plans to reduce barriers to access our amazing local cultural institutions.
New West End’s Arts Library forms a key part of Labour’s plans to reduce barriers to access our amazing local cultural institutions.
Formerly the Westminster Reference Library and separate Westminster Music Library, the West End Arts Library was officially opened this week by Cllr Ryan Jude, the Cabinet Member responsible for Libraries.
Nestled between Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square, the library is a new destination within Westminster’s already exciting cultural offer – and free to visit for all people living in, working in and visiting Westminster.
This exciting hub of creativity and learning brings a new way to access the rich history of Westminster, with a unique library unlike any other in the UK.
We’re partnering with cultural stakeholders all across the City to run weekly free music performances, classes and exhibitions going forward. All of this is alongside the existing extensive catalogue of resources – everything from art and design, to the performing arts and sheet music.
The launch included an exhibition from the Professional Cartoonists’ Organisation and an interactive Afrobeats/Ndombolo workshop organsed by CheriCoco. This is just the start of a whole calendar of vibrant, cultural events and exhibitions which will be taking place at the library.
Councillor Jude said:
“The Labour administration in Westminster continues to champion the arts, and promote improved access to our cultural offer for all residents, businesses and visitors to our City. Too often, we have heard that this offer has felt inaccessible, but our unique West End Arts Library will help to break down those barriers to access.”
Find out more here: West End Arts Library | Westminster City Council