Pollokshields Library

The plans were prepared by Thomas Gilmour under the supervision of City Engineer and Surveyor, Alexander B.

[1] The library was officially opened on 20 February 1907 by Sir John Stirling Maxwell.

[3] The area is home to many New Scots, consisting mainly of Sri Lankan, Pakistani and Indian residents.

The library holds a good stock of books and magazines in Urdu, as well as English.

Regular events are held at the library, including talks by authors, children's activities and reading challenges.