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The National Library of Wales - Closure of the Library building

20 March 2020 Due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19 and the well-being of readers, visitors and staff, the Library building in Aberystwyth is closed for an indefinite period.  All…  

The National Library of Wales supports Hywel Dda Health Board with the response to the COVID-19 emergency

The National Library of Wales has agreed with Hywel Dda Health Board the possibility of using The National Library building in Aberystwyth to support the response to the COVID-19 emergency. …  

Collecting Wales’ Covid Experience at the National Library of Wales

7 May 2020 As the home to the memory of the nation the National Library of Wales is launching a campaign to gather the experiences of the people of Wales during these challenging times. Since…  

Women and Culture: A unique virtual partnership between the National Eisteddfod and The National Library of Wales

23.07.2020 Two of Wales’ cultural organisations have come together to form a unique partnership which will see the National Library offering a programme of events on the Eisteddfod’s virtual…  

The National Library of Wales to reopen its reading room

21.08.2020 The National Library of Wales is pleased to announce that it will reopen one of its reading rooms from Tuesday, 1 September 2020. By welcoming back its users, the Library will…  

The National Library of Wales collections viewer shortlisted for prestigious awards

10.09.2020 The collections viewer [Universal Viewer] used by the National Library of Wales has been shortlisted in two prestigious awards and is among the finalists of the Tech4Good Awards 2020…  

A Tailored Review of the National Library of Wales

The National Library of Wales has undergone an independent tailored review, facilitated by the Welsh Government, and with a focus on efficiency, effectiveness and governance.  The review…  

When does politics become history? Panel to consider the political archives of Wales

The President of The National Library of Wales will lead a panel discussion on 6 November 2020 to consider the significance and future of Welsh political archives. Among the panellists will be a…  

New Welsh language resources on Wikipedia developed for History students

17.11.2020 The National Library of Wales, in partnership with Menter Iaith Môn have released a series of new Welsh language educational resources via HWB and Wikipedia, aimed at improving access…  

Collections spark creativity

20.11.2020 As part of this year's Explore Your Archives Week, The National Library of Wales will unveil a series of new artistic and creative commissions. The pieces, which vary in style and…  

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