• Quilting Exhibition

    Morrab Library

    A display of quilts made by library members and local quilters will be on display throughout the library. Free, all welcome

    Free
  • John Trigg – 40 Years of Drawing Books – Talk & Opening

    Morrab Library

    Artist John Trigg has donated his collection of drawing books spanning 40 years. He will be giving a short talk about the books & his life's work as we celebrate this wonderful gift to the library. There will then be an opportunity to see the books on display in their new home. Refreshments will be […]

  • CANCELLED – Medical Students’ Displays: Drop in

    Morrab Library

    DROP IN ANYTIME BETWEEN 11.00am and 1.00pm We are delighted to welcome five University of Exeter medical students as they present individual displays and share their research on a range of topics on medical history, including: Sir Humphry Davy’s contribution to the development of anaesthesia the artist Bryan Pearce’s medical condition and how it affected […]

  • Come and explore our Library’s Archives

    Morrab Library

      Join us as we once again delve into The Morrab Library's wondrous archive collection to bring you some more of its treasures. Papers relating to Humphry Davy, 18th century recipes, diaries from Greenham Common, the work of engraver Hilda Quick, 17th century religious plays, maps of old Palestine, scientific illustrations, pressed local Mosses and […]

    Free
  • Do you remember the SS Torrey Canyon disaster of 1967?

    Morrab Library

    To commemorate the forthcoming 60th anniversary of the SS Torrey Canyon disaster in 2027, Mor Media Charity is inviting people across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly to share their memories, stories, and reflections. The library is delighted to support this important project. The devastating oil spill in 1967 shocked the world, but it also […]

    Free
  • Visit our Rare Books Open Day – Thursday 25th June, 10.00-3.00pm.

    Morrab Library

    Join us to enjoy a glimpse of just a few of the Morrab Library’s vast array of rare, historic and important books in its collections. These special volumes are usually locked away, available to view by appointment, but rarely seen. On Thursday 25th June, the library will host an Open Day, where some of the finest examples […]