Biblioteca Pública do Estado da Bahia, Public library in Barris, Salvador, Brazil
The Bahia State Public Library houses 600,000 archives, including 150,000 books distributed across nine sections such as Braille, Children's, Research, and Rare Works.
The library opened its doors on August 4, 1811, in the former Jesuit Church bookstore, now known as Salvador's Cathedral Basilica, with 3,000 books and six staff members.
The library complex includes two cinema rooms, an art gallery, and a children's library, while also hosting the Bahia Image and Sound Directorate.
The library operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, accommodating up to 1,000 users simultaneously.
The library maintains a collection management system called Pergamum, providing online access to its bibliographic catalog through a dedicated digital platform.
Location: Salvador
Inception: May 13, 1811
Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant
Part of: Complexo Cultural dos Barris
Phone: +557131176000
Email: bpeb.fpc@fpc.ba.gov.br
Website: http://fpc.ba.gov.br/espaco-para-conhecer/biblioteca-publica-do-estado-da-bahia
GPS coordinates: -12.98576,-38.51548
Latest update: March 9, 2025 13:19
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