Great literature collection and I was assisted by very friendly and efficient staff members

Lovely architecture bursting with fragrances of history. Theres a good photo spot on the side opposite the church entrance.

Sadly, been closed since i got here, that was 2016! Beautiful architecture tho.

One stop that anyone who lives in or travels through PE is this city library, built in 1901, in classic British architecture, with a stain class dome roof, the beauty captive all. Inside the books are 3 stories high and follow the dome shape. This library is at the heart of Port Elizabeth with all the records, being stored here, the daily newspapers had at one time a room that dedicate to travelers who would retire upstairs, reading the daily news. It is home to an art work of Sir Thompson Bain

Lovely place. Lovely atmosphere. Lovely architecture. Fantastic experience. The main library is closed right now.

The first time I walked into this library I cried. It was so beautiful. It was like I was stepping into one of those libraries that you see in the movies.

The main library has been closed for awhile now and it does not seem like it might open anytime soon.Beautiful architecture,it must see for any building enthusiast.Right in front you will also find the statue of Queen Victoria that caused a furor when there was a call for the removal of all colonial statues.The statue was eventually covered in green paint but the municipality has clean it since then.

Amaizing place full of history. This place needs a lot of love ( much needed restoration).

Under maintenance from long time

Amazing part of PEs history

I heard it might open in 2020 again