The Crafts Council Research Library has re-opened.
Our library collection is free to browse and offers a study space useful for makers, curators, teachers and students. It includes books, journals and videos on the following:
- — Craft technique and practice
- — Funding directories
- — Craft exhibition catalogues
- — Crafts Council reports and craft research
Book an appointment
Please call or email the Research & Information Team in advance to arrange a visit. The Library is open every Wednesday and Thursday, 10am to 5pm.
Telephone: +44(0) 207 806 2501
Email: reference@craftscouncil.org.uk
We are based on the first floor of the Crafts Council office, with a lift and stairs but please do let us know if you have any access requirements.
We welcome group bookings and you are welcome to use the photocopier on site (small charges apply).
Download documents
Collection development policy
We have a Collection policy to define the acquisition of our stock.
Download document (240KB Adobe PDF format)Interested in learning more about contemporary craft
Download our suggested reading list and visit the Library.
Download document (191KB Adobe PDF format)Fact sheet - Approaching funding
Resource sheet for makers and students working in contemporary craft.
Download document (231KB Adobe PDF format)
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