Glasgow's Mitchell Library and City Archives to re-open on limited basis

The Mitchell Library in Glasgow is set to re-open to a limited extent from Tuesday, October 27th.

From the library's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/themitchelllibrary/:

We’re delighted to tell you The Mitchell will reopen on Tuesday 27th October. Please note that opening times have changed:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11-3
Wednesday 11-3
Thursday 11-3
Friday 11-3
Saturday 11-3
Sunday closed

You will also need to pre-book your space for anything other than visiting the lending library on the ground floor. And please note that there will be limited services on offer. We recommend you check our FAQs for information on what services are available and how to book your slot. https://glasgowlife.info/faqs/libraries

Any questions? Drop us an email Mitchelllibrary@glasgowlife.org.uk

We’re really looking forward to seeing you again!

The FAQs document at https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/media/6737/20201020themitchellfaq.pdf notes the following on Glasgow City Archives:

How do I book an Archives session appointment?

All appointments are free and for one person only. To book an Archives session appointment, please email Archives@glasgowlife.org.uk  or call Glasgow City Archives during opening hours on 0141 287 2910.

Please book at least one week and a maximum of four weeks in advance. Archives appointments will be for a maximum of three hours per session. Please note, Archives customers will be limited to one appointment per day, and a maximum of one visit per week.  

Customers can request up to six items in advance of an Archives session. Materials are only available for use during your appointment. All documents will be quarantined for 72 hours after use.

Four places will be available for general researchers and two for those using architectural drawings/large plans.

You will be assigned a table and your order will be placed there in advance of your arrival.

You will be advised on any specific conditions on access to Archives materials and we will confirm all appointments by email where possible. You should be ready to show this email on the day.

You will be sent Reader’s Registration and Test & Protect forms to complete in advance of your visit.

Please note also that the City Archives opening hours are more limited, with the facility just open for four hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays:

Glasgow City Archives Opening Hours:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11am – 3pm
Wednesday 11am – 3pm
Thursday11am – 3pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Unfortunately, there is no mention yet of the re-opening of the Registrar's Service offering access to the ScotlandsPeople system (see http://scottishgenes.blogspot.com/2020/10/visit-to-hawick-heritage-hub.html).

(With thanks to Jacqueline Hunter via Facebook)

Chris

My next 5 week Scotland 1750-1850: Beyond the Old Parish Registers course starts November 2nd - see https://www.pharostutors.com/details.php?coursenumber=302. My book Tracing Your Scottish Family History on the Internet, at http://bit.ly/ChrisPaton-Scottish2 is now out, also available are Tracing Your Irish Family History on the Internet (2nd ed) at http://bit.ly/ChrisPaton-Irish1 and Tracing Your Scottish Ancestry Through Church and State Records at http://bit.ly/ChrisPaton-Scotland1. Further news published daily on The Scottish GENES Facebook page, and on Twitter @genesblog.