A facility for reference and research, the MCC Library on Level 3 of the Reserve is available for MCC members and their guests to browse the collection and use the resources during opening hours.
Members are welcome to browse one of the most comprehensive and interesting collection of sporting books in the southern hemisphere.
The MCC Library's mission is to act as a major national and international repository for information on sport and sports history. While primarily a library for MCC members, it has a public responsibility to sustain and expand equitable access to its resources to a wide range of users.
The Library was founded in 1873 and today forms a cornerstone of the club’s commitment to heritage.
The Library is a facility for reference and research (it does not lend its holdings). While primarily for MCC members, on non-match days it is open to the public by appointment. On match days it is open for MCC members, their guests and the media to use.
The collection has particular strengths in cricket, Australian Rules football and Olympic Games with substantial holdings in a number of other sports.
The club librarians are ably assisted by support staff and specialist volunteers, who assist with research projects and information provision.
Opening Hours
Non-match days:
Monday to Friday: 10:00am to 4.00pm.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed, unless by special appointment.
Match Days:
Opening of members gates until the end of tea/dinner (cricket) or half time break (football).