Městská knihovna v Praze, Public library in Old Town, Czech Republic
The Municipal Library of Prague is a functionalist library building at Marianské Square with multiple floors containing books, reading rooms, and contemporary facilities. The building houses over two million volumes and provides extensive workspace for visitors.
Architect František Roith designed this library building, which opened in 1903 with functionalist architectural style. The structure underwent significant changes and restrictions during Nazi occupation.
The library functions as a gathering space where locals encounter literature and art through regular readings, concerts, and exhibitions that shape the cultural life of the neighborhood. These events create moments of connection between residents and creative expression.
The library is open Monday afternoons through Saturday and provides free WiFi and computer workstations for visitors. The facilities are easily accessible and allow for extended work sessions throughout the day.
The entrance vestibule features the Idiom installation, a column made from 8,000 books arranged by artist Matej Krén to create an infinite mirror effect. This artistic arrangement merges the subjects of books and light in an unexpected way.
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