Libraries, arts and culture – Newham Council

Libraries, arts and culture – Newham Council
Libraries, arts and culture
See what’s on in Newham
Find out what events are coming up across the borough
Discover Newham’s history
Our Local Studies and Archives Library provides access to a range of historic records and photos on Newham and its people
My Library Account
Sign up, or login to your My Library Account on our library website to reserve and renew books, update your information and more
Book a computer at your local library
You can reserve a computer to use at a time that suits you, at many of our libraries, on our dedicated website
Newham libraries
We're proud of our libraries and all the great activities and facilities they offer residents. You can find out more about them on our libraries page, as well as our dedicated library website where you join and reserve books online.
Find out about Newham library services
Find out about Newham’s past at our Archives and Local Studies Library
Find a library near you on our libraries website (External link)
Join your local library online (External link)
Book a computer to use at your local library (External link)
Proposed relocation of Plaistow Library
Arts and culture
Newham supports artists’ open call for World Reimagined project
Black History Month
LGBT History Month
Newham Heritage Month
Newham Word Festival
Newham Unlocked Community Broadcasts
Windrush Day
Olympic legacy
Faith Calendar 2026
Faith Calendar 2026 (PDF)
Murals and Street Art
The Council has produced a
document to explain the Council’s Approach to Street Art [PDF]
. This forms a part of the Council’s commitment to progress the recommendations of the Cultural Strategy (
Building Newham’s Creative Future 2022-2037
) to support access to cultural and creative opportunities for all Newham residents.
Find out more about the Council’s approach to Murals and Street Art – Newham Council