Montrose Library
7 minute walk from Montrose station · Dundee, Aberdeen and North East · Free entry
Located in the coastal town of Montrose, this library is housed in an impressive A-listed building. Originally opened in 1905, it was funded by the Scottish philanthropist Andrew Carnegie and holds the distinction of being the first ‘open-access’ library in Scotland.
The site is historically significant as a Carnegie-funded institution, designed by architect J Lindsay Grant. Following a £1 million refurbishment in 2018, the historic structure now features flexible, community-focused spaces that blend its rich heritage with modern upgrades.
Visitors can explore a landmark that was built through the contributions of "Montrosians at home and abroad." Inside, you can enjoy various cultural and leisure services provided within the beautifully restored interior, which includes dedicated areas like the juvenile section.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Library
- Good for
- Architecture, Literature & writers, Local & social history
- Characteristics
- Edwardian, Listed
- Admission
- Free
- Region
- Dundee, Aberdeen and North East
Stations within walking distance
- Montrose station — 7 min walk, 0.5 km
Other places near Montrose
- Montrose Old and St Andrew's Church — 6 min walk from the station
- Knox's United Free Church — 7 min walk from the station
- Montrose Museum — 8 min walk from the station
- Montrose Playhouse — 9 min walk from the station
- Montrose F.C. — 14 min walk from the station
- Montrose Golf Links — 18 min walk from the station