Building record MAB24465 - TORRY LIBRARY
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Summary
Public library, built in the early 20th century, then named Aberdeen Public Library.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 9486 0508 (33m by 46m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ90NW |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire City |
| Civil Parish | Aberdeen |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Public library, built in the early 20th century, then named Aberdeen Public Library. Plans to build a reading room in Torry were approved by Aberdeen City Council in 1901. The building was designed by Messrs Brown and Watt Architects, and the reading room opened on 19 December 1902.
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL, , TORRY URBAN TRAIL, undated (Bibliographic reference). SAB8384.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ACY;
- NMR Card Number: NJ90NW1242;
- NRHE Numlink: 173529;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ90NW1368;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/173529 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB8384 Bibliographic reference: ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL. . TORRY URBAN TRAIL. undated.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Jan 17 2023 4:09PM
