1974 – 2024 – Half a Century of Literary Joy!
The month of July is all about Duncraig Library, as we celebrate its milestone 50th birthday! We are looking forward to sharing our celebrations and memories with our local community at two special events.
Duncraig Library was officially opened on 27 July 1974 by then Shire of Wanneroo Councillor Mick Nanovich MLA. It was the second public library to be built in what was then the Shire of Wanneroo.
The Library has undergone several transformations since 1974 to meet community demand. In the mid-1980s the building was extended to almost twice its original size. A second refurbishment in 2005 saw the introduction of its iconic mascot, Max the whale, as well as the installation of an after-hours chute.
Duncraig Library is well known for the edible garden located in the forecourt. The garden was established in 2014 and provides a regular supply of herbs, fruits and vegetables for all members of the community.
A special birthday image was created by local artist, Sean E Avery, incorporating all of the elements of Duncraig Library that make it unique. The artwork features on all of the marketing for the celebration and on the cover of the Winter Events and Programs Guide.
Members of the community are invited to join us at the two community events as we celebrate this golden milestone.
50th Birthday Quiz Night – SOLD OUT
Wednesday 24 July, 6.30pm
Duncraig Library
Join us for a night of fun and nostalgia. Test your knowledge and share laughs to celebrate half a century of literary joy. Grab your friends, form a team, and let’s make this a memorable evening filled with trivia, prizes, and library love.
Tickets $10 each. Book and pay online
Duncraig Library Open Day
Saturday 27 July, 10.00am-12.30pm
Duncraig Library
Join us for a morning of reminiscing, music, face painting, good coffee, and sweet treats as we commemorate five decades of stories, knowledge, and community connections at Duncraig Library.
No cost. No booking required.
We would also love to hear from our community, with an invitation to leave a message, memory or story for inclusion in our Memory Book. Messages can be submitted online. Anyone who would like to share photos of the library can email them to sociallibrary@joondalup.wa.gov.au.
One of the top ten lending libraries in the state, Duncraig Library remains a popular destination for the community, offering a relaxing and friendly environment to browse, borrow, work, study, learn and play.
Fun Facts
- Duncraig Library has loaned just over 14 million items since opening on 27 June 1974.
- 9,289 people attended 502 programs and events held at Duncraig Library in 2023.
- Over 100,000 people visited Duncraig Library in 2023.