Dunfermline Carnegie Library, Dunfermline
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Facts and practical information
The Dunfermline Carnegie Library was opened on 29 August 1883 and was the world's first Carnegie Library funded by the Scottish-American businessman and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. It was designed by Edinburgh architect James Campbell Walker who also designed the nearby Dunfermline City Chambers. Andrew Carnegie donated £8000 to building and stocking what would be the first of over 2,500 Carnegie Libraries. The library was made a Category B listed building in 1971. ()
Completed: 29 August 1883 (141 years ago)Coordinates: 56°4'13"N, 3°27'43"W
Address
Central Library 1-7 Abbot StreetDunfermline KY12 7NL
Contact
+44 1383 602302
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Day trips
Dunfermline Carnegie Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Dunfermline Abbey, Dunfermline Palace, Kingsgate Shopping Centre, East End Park.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Dunfermline Carnegie Library open?
Dunfermline Carnegie Library is open:
- Monday 10 am - 7 pm
- Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am - 2 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 7 pm
- Friday 10 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
- Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Dunfermline Carnegie Library?
Nearby attractions include Abbot House, Dunfermline (1 min walk), Dunfermline Abbey, Dunfermline (2 min walk), Dunfermline City Chambers, Dunfermline (3 min walk), Dunfermline Palace, Dunfermline (3 min walk).
How to get to Dunfermline Carnegie Library by public transport?
The nearest stations to Dunfermline Carnegie Library:
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Bus
- Stance 7 • Lines: 747 (4 min walk)
- Stance 10 • Lines: 4 (4 min walk)
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- Dunfermline Town (11 min walk)