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City of Perth Library
The City of Perth Library provides a great selection of books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs and eResources. A perfect place for study, work and contemplation. The Library features a magnificent ceiling artwork and also has bookable meeting rooms, an auditorium, terrace and levels for young adults and families to enjoy.
The City’s library service has been around for 65 years and we continue to evolve to meet the needs of our community. We’re proud to share our Library Strategy 2023-2027.
Library remains open during construction
Work on the exterior of the City’s Library is underway. We’re replacing the existing stone cladding with a safer and more sustainable material that will keep our iconic Library looking spectacular.
A ground-level safety barrier has been set up and the Library is still open for you to enjoy. Please see Engage Perth for up-to-date information.
Our construction teams are hard at work on weekdays from 7am to 7pm, aiming to wrap up by Spring 2025. Your patience and support during this process are greatly appreciated.
Book Sets
Get some friends together and start your own book club with the Library’s free book sets.
To browse all the titles available click here.
![Book cover of The Girl in the Pink Dress by Kylie Needham](https://rgcopcorpweb103-cdn-endpoint.azureedge.net/-/media/Project/COP/COP/COP/Assets/Images-and-Video/Live-and-Work/Community-services-and-facilities/City-of-Perth-Library/Staff-Picks/The-Girl-in-the-Pink-Dress.jpg?h=446&iar=0&w=295&rev=add0850d1b56462494b7bf7e48a9c57a&useCustomFunctions=1¢erCrop=1&hash=BCF36812DAF7CE01B72775E36F3848D5)
By Kylie Needham
Told across two time periods, Girl in a Pink Dress is a sharp-eyed and compelling story about love and art, and sacrifice and ambition.
![Book cover of The Midnight Library by Matt Haig](https://rgcopcorpweb103-cdn-endpoint.azureedge.net/-/media/Project/COP/COP/COP/Assets/Images-and-Video/Live-and-Work/Community-services-and-facilities/City-of-Perth-Library/Staff-Picks/The-midnight-library.jpg?h=446&iar=0&w=295&rev=ef583c5407ee4c3a8d42c8370db05261&useCustomFunctions=1¢erCrop=1&hash=1A4587F6D3AAB2E5C1DD39E346EE44A3)
By Matt Haig
When Nora Seed finds herself in the Midnight Library, she must answer the ultimate question: what is the best way to live?
![Book cover of Secrets My Father Kept by Rachel Givney](https://rgcopcorpweb103-cdn-endpoint.azureedge.net/-/media/Project/COP/COP/COP/Assets/Images-and-Video/Live-and-Work/Community-services-and-facilities/City-of-Perth-Library/Staff-Picks/Secretsmy-father-Kept.jpg?h=446&iar=0&w=295&rev=1b89bd0fe2dd427da464b9e59d308b5c&useCustomFunctions=1¢erCrop=1&hash=C66BE72C1351991F17ADE6194DB930D6)
By Rachel Givney
A captivating novel about love, sacrifice, secrets and resilience, as the clock inexorably ticks down to a devastating world war.
![Book cover of Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead](https://rgcopcorpweb103-cdn-endpoint.azureedge.net/-/media/Project/COP/COP/COP/Assets/Images-and-Video/Live-and-Work/Community-services-and-facilities/City-of-Perth-Library/Staff-Picks/GreatCircle.jpg?h=446&iar=0&w=295&rev=ef08c650e36f445ca121287f7d05f78b&useCustomFunctions=1¢erCrop=1&hash=0515D48559EF3DA91BC2BB5CB076390D)
By Maggie Shipstead
A soaring novel that weaves together the astonishing lives of a 1950s vanished female aviator and the modern-day Hollywood actress who plays her on screen.
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Location
573 Hay Street
Perth WA 6000
Contact
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 8am to 6pm
Sat: 10am to 4pm
Sun: 12pm to 4pm
Public holidays: closedAccessibility
Wheelchair access