LIGHT HOUSE

Light House atrium

Description

Light House houses the region’s only dedicated media reference library which comprises a comprehensive selection of film, TV and media books, journals, periodicals, industry guides, study packs and film directories. In addition, there is a collection of over 3,000 film
portfolios for the 1960s to the present and a collection of fim posters.

There is also a somewhat eclectic collection of programmes on video tape (various formats) which comprises: the majority of the Arts Council’s films about art and related matters, independent productions from the region, documentaries on local issues, and programmes made on the Light House s training courses.

Website

http://www.light-house.co.uk

Keywords

Media studies; Arts

Access

Library is open at specified times and by appointment.

Access for outsiders

Yes

Charges

None

Moving Image, Audio and Related Documentation Holdings

Journals

Holds contemporary and historic journals on cinema, TV and photography.

Newspapers

Over 3,000 portfolios of newspaper cuttings from the 1960s to the present.

Posters

Film posters collection dates from 1987 onwards.

Video/Film

Approx 1,000 videotapes, including the Arts Council’s Collection.

Catalogues

Online catalogue

An online catalogue is being developed and will be accessible via the Light House site www.light-house.co.uk

Digitised catalogue

No, not at present.

Main Contact

Name

Mr. Frank Challenger

Job title

Chief Executive

Telephone

01902 716055

Fax

01902 717143

Email

info@light-house.co.uk

Address

The Chubb Buildings
Fryer Street
Wolverhampton
WV1 1HT