Public Library of La Plata National University

The Public Library of the National University of La Plata is an academic institution with multiple floors housing reading rooms, research spaces, and extensive collections supporting university study. The holdings include thousands of books, periodicals, and digital resources accessible through a comprehensive catalog designed for scholarly work.

The institution began in 1884 as a provincial public library under Francisco P. Moreno's leadership and became part of the National University of La Plata in 1905. This merger transformed a community resource into an academic institution serving university research and education.

The library preserves an important collection of Cervantes works, including one of the oldest Spanish editions of Don Quixote, recognized by UNESCO in 2018. This gathering attracts readers interested in exploring classic Hispanic literature and its historical significance.

Visitors can use five public reading rooms, access a periodicals section with thousands of titles, and browse digital databases through the online catalog. It helps to check opening hours before visiting and familiarize yourself with the layout to find resources efficiently.

The library houses extensive historical newspaper archives with about 1,000 titles from the 19th and 20th centuries, documenting Argentina's social and political development. These collections offer glimpses into local history through original printed media spanning different eras.