Airdrie Library marks 100 years with immersive tech room
Designed to support education, creativity, and wellbeing for people of all ages, the space will allow users to explore a variety of topics—from Ancient Egypt and dinosaurs to volcanoes and art galleries.
(Image: Supplied) Visitors can also take part in mindfulness sessions and try out interactive wall colouring.
Councillor Jim Logue, leader of North Lanarkshire Council, said: "This is a fantastic example of how we are reimagining our libraries as vibrant, forward-thinking community hubs.
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"The immersive room in Airdrie Library is a powerful tool for education, creativity, and wellbeing.
"The immersive room is just part of our overall plans to promote Airdrie Library as a key destination within the town centre and celebrate its rich history."
(Image: Supplied) The library's 100th birthday will be marked in September with a series of celebratory events including exhibitions, talks, and family-friendly activities.
Russell Brown, libraries manager at North Lanarkshire Council, said: "We're incredibly proud to offer this immersive experience.
"It's designed to inspire curiosity and provide a unique space for schools, community groups, and individuals to explore and learn in new and exciting ways."
In 2023, North Lanarkshire Council secured £150,000 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic Environment Scotland to support the development phase of Rediscovering Airdrie, a heritage-led regeneration project.
The initiative will bring forward a series of physical improvements alongside a programme of community heritage activities.
Council staff are now preparing Heritage Fund and HES funding bids for the project's delivery phase.
If successful, this next stage will be supported by match funding from North Lanarkshire Council.
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