Brennan’s Library
A space for discovery
Welcome to Brennan’s Library
Brennan’s Library is a reference library located in the centre of Edinburgh at our Albany Street headquarters. With an extensive collection of literature that focuses on deaf culture, language and history and much more, Brennan’s Library is a free space where users are encouraged to come and read books, enjoy the surroundings, study and meet other service users. Come along and explore our collection of fascinating reference books or even borrow something from our Honesty Library for free.
Our opening hours are Fridays 11am – 4pm. The library is also accessible by private appointment.
For more information you can get in touch with one of the team at admin@deafaction.org
At a glance
Discover our extensive collection of books covering a wide range of topics including:
- Deaf culture
- Deaf biography
- Deaf crime
- Deaf fiction
- Deaf poetry
- Deaf history
- Deaf politics
- Sign language
- And much more…
Our catalogue is also available to browse online here.
Honesty library
Discover our dedicated selection of books which can be borrowed for free, covering a wide range of subjects exploring deaf culture, history and much more.
Reference library
Browse our fascinating catalogue of reference books exploring a wide range of deaf topics. These books must be kept in the library at all times but can be read and enjoyed in the comfort of our library.
Meet others
Our welcoming space is a perfect place to read, study and meet others to relax and socialise. Enjoy our comfortable space with friends and meet other people in the community.
Special events
Come along to our special events including book launches, author readings, writing workshops, Q and A sessions and much more.
Blackwood Bar
Why not visit our comfortable bar space while you’re here, serving a selection of hot and cold drinks and delicious food.