A historic library on Wilmslow Road is set to be redecorated this month.
Didsbury Library is the latest to get a makeover in the city council’s Library Renewal scheme.
The library, which opened in 1915, will be given the star treatment as it undergoes its first full refurbishment since 2011.
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While the decorating takes place, the library will be shut from Monday February 14 until Monday March 28.
The changes will include new carpets throughout, a fresh coat of paint and new furniture, including a revamp of the children’s library.
The library was funded by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, who also funded Chorlton Library, and has acted as a hub of the community for over a century with community events and councillor surgeries taking place in the building.
While it is closed, the surgeries and the very popular Storytime will take place at the Didsbury Good Neighbours community building in Didsbury park.
The Didsbury library is a much loved part of the community, and was opened with a golden key.
It was designed by city architect Henry Price who was also behind many iconic Manchester buildings, including Chorlton Library and Victoria Baths.
The library renewal programme's aim is to ensure that all libraries in Manchester are fit to purpose and to serve the diverse communities of Manchester.
The programme has £500,000 to help the libraries of Manchester and so far has revamped Withington Library, Wythenshawe Forum Library and Hulme High Street Library.
Councillor Rabnawaz Akbar, Executive Member for Libraries, said: “The redecoration of Didsbury Library is a particularly exciting project, it is one of the oldest libraries in the city and has such a rich history.
“The building is unique and it is an asset to the city and has been at the heart of the Didsbury community for generations.
“After the face-lift, we hope that the library will be better equipped to serve the local community and will continue to be well- loved.
“Once it has been revamped I encourage library lovers to head down to Didsbury and enjoy the new space.”
