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The Semaphore Library / Institute

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The Semaphore Library / Institute

The Semaphore Library is a beautifully restored building that plays an important role in our community. It has had a varied history, starting life in 1883 as the Mechanic Institute. Later it became the Semaphore Town Hall and in 1929 was extensively reconstructed to become a cinema.

The Semaphore Ozone Wondergraph cinema cost 9,000 pounds to renovate, it could seat 1100 people. In 1952 the cinema was refurbished but was closed in 1960. Later it was converted into a library.

The latest restoration in 1993, including the magnificent art decorative features, has allowed a piece of Semaphore history to be put to a new use, which everyone can enjoy.

Simone