History of Hiddingh Hall Library

In 1911 Hiddingh Hall Library became the University of Cape Town’s first purpose built Library. Today it is a branch library serving the Centre for Theatre, Dance & Performing Studies and the Michaelis School of Fine Art.

The physical collection comprises approximately 30 000 books, 1 500 videos, and current print journals. Facilities include PCs, Macs, wireless network, printers, photocopiers and scanners, a viewing room and access to UCT Libraries approximately 70 000 e-journals and 200 electronic research databases. The library staff are keen to assist you with any queries that you may have related to Art and Drama.