Working Class Movement Library
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About
Housed in a Grade II listed building, this library holds an extensive archive spanning over two centuries of working-class history. It features a diverse collection of trade union badges, flags, prints, and records, alongside books and materials documenting socialist movements. Tours provide access to its upper floors, showcasing its eclectic range of historical items. The library also hosts exhibitions and activities, making its resources accessible to the public. Known for its dedication to preserving working-class heritage, it operates as a charity and welcomes visitors for research and exploration.
Customer Reviews
Our guide, Julie, was showing us this Julibee House inside out, from rooms, books, to boxes. She kept the journey relaxing and fun! We were able to learn some insights from the workers there and touch some valuable collections. It's free for everyone, but upstairs only open with the guided tour, and it was 2pm on a Friday. Highly recommend anyone drop by their shop, most people from our group found those badges are quite interesting and meaningful, as same as the torte bag. Don't forget to ring the bell to get in!
The library, which spans more than 200 years of working-class history, is located in Salford's Grade II listed Jubilee House. It provides tours, activities, and exhibitions and is accessible to the general public for research purposes.
Interesting little place with very friendly staff. The upper floors are only available on a Friday tour and I would only recommend going if you have one. It's very left wing, however that's to be expected and I didn't mind the bias, even tho I'm quite centrist. You can ask for a book to read and there is a nice reading room to relax in. Finally, there is a lot of information boards on the ground floor going into the history of the independent labour party. (Thanks again for showing me around even though the tour wasn't running.) Would only recommend for people into left wing political history.
