"…access to books, catalogues, recorded interviews and images of makers work in the welcome quiet one hopes to find in a library" Dorothy Hogg MBE
The Crafts Council Research Library is an inclusive, inspirational and open access environment. Our service is tailored to meet the needs of makers and craft professionals at every stage of their development.
Our unique collection of resources map the development of contemporary craft, from the mid-twentieth century to the present day, covering all major disciplines from Automata to Wood.
We collect and disseminate new and vital research relevant to contemporary craft practice, and provide access to resources that help make sense of the practical side of running a creative business.
Based on the first floor of the Crafts Council, the Library is accessible by a lift and stairs.
How to visit
To access the Library, call or email Crafts Council reception to book an appointment.
The service is open every Wednesday and Thursday, 10am to 5pm.
Telephone: +44(0) 20 7806 2500
Email: reception@craftscouncil.org.uk
Student & Maker Groups
Visiting the library can be an excellent introduction to the work of the Crafts Council and to the range of resources available for the study of contemporary craft.
The team are able to give introductory talks to groups and can accommodate up to 20 attendees. Contact us to arrange a visit.
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What's in the Library?
The subject areas we cover and our journal holdings.
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Essential reading for contemporary craft.
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