Kilkenny's Mayfair Library celebrates a big milestone!

Since opening its doors on April 24, 2024, the Mayfair Library has quickly become a destination for all ages. It has welcomed over 188,000 visitors, issued over 140,000 items, gained over 11,000 members, and it has hosted 875 events.

To celebrate the milestone, the library hosted events for children, light refreshments, and a photographic exhibition of Mayfair events where people could drop in and add to this memory exhibition on Friday, April 25.

“It really has been an incredible year,” says County Librarian, Josephine Coyne. “This is an example of how investment in a public library can really support and provide for the needs of the community. We are so delighted to welcome people into this vital space in the city of Kilkenny – a testament to the role the library plays in enriching lives and strengthening our city’s cultural offering.”

Previously home to the Mayfair Ballroom, the library has been transformed into a library space of 1,800 square metres over two floors. The Mayfair library reflects what a 21^st Century library should be, with comfortable seating and browsing areas, dedicated community exhibition space, programming and events throughout the year, public internet access, printing and scanning facilities, makerspace with 3D printing and scanning, sewing machines and more. 

“It has been a wonderful journey this past year for all the team,” says Mayfair Library manager, Nuala Roche. “It’s lovely to see adults, teens, and children in the same space reading and relaxing or chatting. You will never feel lonely in the library - wander in, read a newspaper or sit at a window and watch the world go by.”

The Mayfair Library is open six days a week – Monday to Saturday with two late nights on Tuesday and Thursdays until 8pm.
SEE MORE: PICTURES OF THE MAYFAIR LIBRARY AS IT OPENS