Libraries, arts and culture

See what’s on in Newham
Find out what events are coming up across the borough
Discover Newham’s history
Our Local Studies and Archives Library provides access to a range of historic records and photos on Newham and its people
My Library Account
Sign up, or login to your My Library Account on our library website to reserve and renew books, update your information and more
Book a computer at your local library
You can reserve a computer to use at a time that suits you, at many of our libraries, on our dedicated website

Newham libraries

We're proud of our libraries and all the great activities and facilities they offer residents. You can find out more about them on our libraries page, as well as our dedicated library website where you join and reserve books online.

Find out about Newham library services

Find out about Newham’s past at our Archives and Local Studies Library

Find a library near you on our libraries website (External link)

Join your local library online (External link)

Book a computer to use at your local library (External link)

Proposed relocation of Plaistow Library

Newham Community Centres and Libraries Hire Charges (PDF)

Arts and culture

Newham supports artists’ open call for World Reimagined project

Black History Month

LGBT History Month

Newham Heritage Month

Newham Word Festival

Newham Unlocked Community Broadcasts

Women’s History Month

Windrush Day

Olympic legacy

Faith Calendar 2023

Faith Calendar 2023 (PDF)

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