Harold Wilson and Birmingham Central Library black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: Birmingham Central Libraries opened on the 12th January 1974 by the RT Hon Harold Wilson O.B.E. M.P. in the presence of the Worship The Lord Mayor of Birmingham Councillor Mrs Marjorie A. Brown J.P. Chairman of the Leisure Services Committee, Councillor Ken Barton City Librarian William Taylor, M.C. F.L.A. Architects The John Madin Design Group Recorded plaque organisation: Birmingham City Council.

Harold Wilson was a prominent British Labour politician who served as Prime Minister twice (1964-1970 and 1974-1976), known for his modernization of the Labour Party and efforts to balance Britain's economy. He officially opened Birmingham Central Libraries in 1974, marking a significant cultural development in the city.