Amazonas State Public Library, Public library in Central Manaus, Brazil.
Amazonas State Public Library is a three-story neoclassical building that holds multiple reading halls, specialized collections, and a wrought iron staircase imported from Glasgow in Scotland. The structure houses more than 97,000 books organized across different sections.
The library was founded in 1871 but only began operating in 1910. After a fire in 1945 destroyed about 30,000 books, it reopened in 1947 with a rebuilt collection of around 45,000 volumes.
The second floor displays a notable painting titled 'A Redempção do Amazonas' that shows the abolition of slavery in the Amazon region. This artwork reflects how deeply that historical moment matters to local people.
The building is located at Rua Barroso 57 in downtown Manaus and is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM. Visitors should check ahead about any special conditions or limits, as hours can shift seasonally.
The ceiling displays portraits of four influential figures: Teixeira de Freitas, Antônio Gonçalves Dias, Antônio Carlos Gomes, and Johannes Gutenberg. This mix connects local Amazon thinkers with the inventor of modern printing.
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