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Early Library and Museum Closure during Put Big Light On Festival 16-22 November 2026.

Please note that the Central Library and Museum building will close at 5pm on Monday 16th, Tuesday 17th, and Wednesday 18th November prior to the Put Big Light On Festival opening on Thursday 19th November.

During the festival, on Thursday 19th, Friday 20th, Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd the Library and Museum building will close at 4pm each day and will then reopen at 5pm until 9pm so visitors can view Luke Jerram's 'Helios' which will be on display in the main body of the library. There will be no general library services or access to the museum available after 4pm.

Normal opening hours will resume from Monday 23rd November.

Bolton Museum's Nature Gallery (Animals, Plants and Minerals) is partially closed for essential maintenance until further notice.

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