What is recorded here
This green commemorative plaque records: This building was home to the Uk's first ever public lending library for children THE CHILDREN'S FREE PUBLIC LENDING LIBRARY & READING ROOM opened in 1882 Recorded plaque organisation: Nottingham Civic Society.
This building housed the UK's first public lending library for children, known as The Children's Free Public Lending Library & Reading Room, which opened in 1882, marking a significant step in promoting literacy and education among young people.
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