250th anniversary for Carmarthen library
People are invited to take a trip down memory lane to help celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Carmarthen Library building.
Furnace House was built in 1761 for local ironmaster Robert Morgan and his family. Robert and his brother John were founders of the Carmarthen Furnace in 1747, and of the Tinworks in 1761.
The building survived throughout the decades, until much of it was demolished in 1972, leaving only the facade and the forecourt; and the shell was completely rebuilt.
Carmarthen Library moved in following completion of the work, and since then thousands of pounds has been invested to modernise the building.
The library was previously located in Spilman Street which had tiny rooms heated by coal fires.
People with any memories of the library in its various locations around Carmarthen are asked to share them with the public as a celebration of the anniversary of the Furnace House building.
Any information, reminiscences, photographs or memorabilia will be welcomed by staff who are planning an exhibition at the library.
Education executive board member Cllr Gwynne Wooldridge said: “Carmarthen Library and Furnace House have fascinating stories to tell about their history and place in the town.
“The listed facade was first built 250 years ago for the home of the Morgan dynasty of ironmakers and it is quite amazing that it has survived to this day.
“Any memories or contributions people have would be very welcome for this exhibition which I’m sure will be of interest to many people.”
Carmarthen Library is also celebrating a new chapter in its history with the completion of extensive renovation works.
The work was undertaken as a joint project between the county council and CyMAL, the Welsh Government body which looks after libraries.
CyMAL gave a grant of £54, 872 for the work which has included improving access in and around the building.
A host of improvements have been made, including an ongoing makeover of the Children’s Library, and new computers in both the IT Suite and the children’s section; work has also been undertaken to improve the energy efficiency of the building.
The Georgian facade has been painted and the windows and doors refurbished.The hall was redesigned to make it easier for bigger groups to hold meetings, exhibition launches, displays and other activities.
In addition to the money from CyMAL, the library service has invested resources to upgrade the IT facilities.
Anyone with information or memorabilia about Carmarthen Library is asked to contact Sharon Morgan, Lending Librarian on 01267 224824 or email ShMorgan@carmarthenshire.gov.uk .
Furnace House was built in 1761 for local ironmaster Robert Morgan and his family. Robert and his brother John were founders of the Carmarthen Furnace in 1747, and of the Tinworks in 1761.
The building survived throughout the decades, until much of it was demolished in 1972, leaving only the facade and the forecourt; and the shell was completely rebuilt.
Carmarthen Library moved in following completion of the work, and since then thousands of pounds has been invested to modernise the building.
The library was previously located in Spilman Street which had tiny rooms heated by coal fires.
People with any memories of the library in its various locations around Carmarthen are asked to share them with the public as a celebration of the anniversary of the Furnace House building.
Any information, reminiscences, photographs or memorabilia will be welcomed by staff who are planning an exhibition at the library.
Education executive board member Cllr Gwynne Wooldridge said: “Carmarthen Library and Furnace House have fascinating stories to tell about their history and place in the town.
“The listed facade was first built 250 years ago for the home of the Morgan dynasty of ironmakers and it is quite amazing that it has survived to this day.
“Any memories or contributions people have would be very welcome for this exhibition which I’m sure will be of interest to many people.”
Carmarthen Library is also celebrating a new chapter in its history with the completion of extensive renovation works.
The work was undertaken as a joint project between the county council and CyMAL, the Welsh Government body which looks after libraries.
CyMAL gave a grant of £54, 872 for the work which has included improving access in and around the building.
A host of improvements have been made, including an ongoing makeover of the Children’s Library, and new computers in both the IT Suite and the children’s section; work has also been undertaken to improve the energy efficiency of the building.
The Georgian facade has been painted and the windows and doors refurbished.The hall was redesigned to make it easier for bigger groups to hold meetings, exhibition launches, displays and other activities.
In addition to the money from CyMAL, the library service has invested resources to upgrade the IT facilities.
Anyone with information or memorabilia about Carmarthen Library is asked to contact Sharon Morgan, Lending Librarian on 01267 224824 or email ShMorgan@carmarthenshire.gov.uk .
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