


In a historic building known as the Salvation Army Citadel just off King Street, this library is popular with locals, students and families.
Temporary closure on Friday 1 December
All City of Sydney libraries as well as Glebe and Kings Cross neighbourhood service centres will be closed on Friday 1 December for a staff development day.
Customs House, Darling Square, Glebe, Green Square, Kings Cross, Newtown, Surry Hills libraries will reopen at 10am on Saturday 2 December.
After-hours return chutes are available at Darling Square, Glebe, Green Square, Newtown, Surry Hills, Ultimo and Waterloo branches.
You can continue to renew and reserve items, as well as access our extensive online digital collection.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused. This development day will help us serve you better.
Newtown Library
Opening hours
Monday to Friday
10am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday
10am to 4pm
Public Holidays
Closed
Features
Wifi included
Free wifiPrint, copy and scan included
Use your membership card or purchase a casual use ticket from the self-service kiosk.Self-service computers included
After-hours return chute included
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Printed newspapers included
Children’s area included
Attractions included
Mapping community artwork on the mezzanine overlooking the ground floorRecycling station included
Drop off batteries, mobile phones, light bulbs and small electronics near the computers at the back of the library.
Accessibility
Onsite mobility parking included
1 onsite mobility parking located right in front of the building at 5 Brown Street Newtown.Mobility parking within 300m included
- 1 mobility parking space about 45m from venue. Located at 16 Brown Street Newtown, between Buckland and Bruce lanes.
- 2 mobility parking spaces about 130m from venue. Located at Watkin Street, Newtown.
Level access entrance included
4 steps or a ramp with a handrail, 950mm wide.Entry door type included
Automatic - single sliding door, open sideward, 1080mm wide.Floors included
- 2 floors
- Library is located on level 1 with a mezzanine space.
- Access to the mezzanine is by 2 stair cases,18 stairs each staircase.
- No library collection is stored in the mezzanine.
Lift not included
Accessible toilets included
1 unisex with LH.Ambulant toilets included
2Changing places facilities not included
Hearing support system not included
Wheelchair access included
My library
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Library collections
Film and TV collectionLibrary collections
Music collectionLibrary collections
Book collectionLibrary collections
Magazine and newspaper collectionLibrary collections
Children and family collectionsLibrary collections
Green your life collectionLibrary collections
Video game console collectionLibrary collections
Makerspace kitsLibrary collections
Local history collectionLibrary collections
Reference and special collectionsLibrary collections
Research and homework databasesLibrary collections
Community languages collectionHistory & archive collections
Books about Sydney’s historyLibrary collections
Musical instruments collectionLibrary collections
Koori collectionLibrary collections
Toys collection
What's on
Talks, courses & workshops
Library events and workshopsWe have a new program of events you can join in our branches or online, including talks, classes and book clubs. See what’s coming up or available to watch now.Talks, courses & workshops
Rhymetime and storytimeFoster your child’s language and literacy skills through singing, reading and other fun activities.Talks, courses & workshops
Makerspace workshops and events in the Ideas LabA dedicated makerspace and multipurpose room to create, invent or tinker.