Special libraries

New Art Gallery

The Art Library at the New Art Gallery is a free public reference resource, with internet access, a large range of art books, exhibition catalogues and art magazines. It also houses our collection of artists’ books.

Walsall Leather Museum

The Livery Companies Library at Walsall Leather Museum is open by appointment. It contains books, trade catalogues and information files relating to the leather industry and manufacturers.

The research library of Walsall Museum (now closed) is held in storage. This contains books on Walsall history, social and industrial history, and costume. You can contact the Leather Museum to ask for access.