Main Library of Tampere City Library, Public library in central Tampere, Finland
The Main Library of Tampere features three floors with reading areas, computer stations, meeting rooms, exhibition spaces, and a cafeteria named Cafe Metso.
The library building opened in 1986 after architect Raili Pietilä won a design competition in 1978 with a proposal inspired by Celtic patterns discovered during travels in Ireland.
The facility maintains extensive collections of books, newspapers, journals, and digital resources in multiple languages, supporting education and community engagement throughout Tampere.
Library services include free internet access, computer workstations, printers, scanners, and individual guidance for both Finnish and non-Finnish speaking visitors.
The building earned its nickname 'Metso' from its architectural design resembling a capercaillie bird when viewed from above, using materials like granite, copper, and glass.
Location: Tampere
Inception: October 10, 1986
Architects: Raili Pietilä
Accessibility: Dostępne dla wózków inwalidzkich
Operator: Tampereen kaupunginkirjasto
Part of: Hämeenpuisto, Tampere City Library
Opening Hours: września-maja Poniedziałek-Piątek 09:00-20:00; września-maja Sobota 10:00-16:00; września-maja Niedziela 11:00-17:00; czerwca-sierpnia Poniedziałek-Piątek 09:00-19:00; czerwca-sierpnia Sobota 10:00-16:00
Phone: +3583565611
Email: tampereen.kaupunginkirjasto@tampere.fi
Website: http://kirjasto.tampere.fi
GPS coordinates: 61.49810,23.75060
Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:49
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