Observatory library

Observatory library Observatory Library is a public library that serves the community and residents of Observatory.

The Observatory Public Library is a public library that serves the community and residents of Observatory. Here's what we offer:

- Book Loans: Community members can loan books.
- Access to Computers: The library provides access to computers.
- Newspapers and Other Resources: Patrons have access to newspapers and a variety of other resources.
- Photocopy Service: The library offers a photocopy

service.
- Study Space: There is a study space available for patrons.
- Drop-and-Collect Service: The library offers a drop-and-collect service.
- Educational and Fun Programmes: The library runs a range of educational and fun programmes.

A display by Yeboneer Qhawe "Sean" and Library staff Nomncedisi "Brenda" featuring their Xhosa culture and heritage. ...
23/09/2025

A display by Yeboneer Qhawe "Sean" and Library staff Nomncedisi "Brenda" featuring their Xhosa culture and heritage.

Join us at Observatory Library for a special screening of a documentary exploring the rich history of Observatory—from i...
16/09/2025

Join us at Observatory Library for a special screening of a documentary exploring the rich history of Observatory—from its Khoe roots to astronomical legacy.
🗓 23 September 🕒 3:00–4:00 PM 📍 Observatory Library 🎟 Free entry | All welcome

Join our library!
15/09/2025

Join our library!

Our OWLS (Obz' Wise Library Seniors) are busy with Jackie and Dawn making gift cards.
02/09/2025

Our OWLS (Obz' Wise Library Seniors) are busy with Jackie and Dawn making gift cards.

Promoting a culture of reading among our Fountain House members. Their theme was juvenile books.
29/08/2025

Promoting a culture of reading among our Fountain House members. Their theme was juvenile books.

28/08/2025
Support people with disabilities by buying your Casual Day sticker. Available outside Observatory library
27/08/2025

Support people with disabilities by buying your Casual Day sticker. Available outside Observatory library

Urgent Notice
25/08/2025

Urgent Notice

URGENT NOTICE: Library entrance currently under construction. Please use alternative entrance on right hand side. We a...
22/08/2025

URGENT NOTICE: Library entrance currently under construction. Please use alternative entrance on right hand side. We apologise for the inconvenience.

To our Observatory community, please accept our formal apology. Due to circumstances beyond our control our non-fiction ...
19/08/2025

To our Observatory community, please accept our formal apology. Due to circumstances beyond our control our non-fiction section is unavailable for study and programmes. All staff are busy with the second phase of stocktake. We will keep you informed.

12/08/2025

Little ones enjoying some arts and crafts during our weekly Pram Jam!

Address

83 Station Road
Cape Town
7925

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 14:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 12:00

Telephone

0214479017

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