Biblioteca provinciale Salvatore Tommasi, Conservation library in L'Aquila, Italy.
Biblioteca provinciale Salvatore Tommasi is a conservation library in L'Aquila housed within Palazzo del Convitto, containing extensive collections of manuscripts and printed materials from different periods. The spaces organize these holdings into carefully catalogued sections for research and study.
The collection contains documents from the 14th to 19th century, tracing the development of Abruzzo and southern Italy. These holdings offer insight into various historical phases of the region through their preserved texts and records.
The collection focuses on local authors and regional history, with the special Sallustiana collection reflecting the cultural diversity of Abruzzo. Visitors can see how books and manuscripts preserve the stories and traditions of the region.
The library is open Monday through Friday and visitors can contact staff by telephone or email to arrange access. Plan time to navigate the collections, especially if you are interested in specific topics or documents.
Following the 2009 earthquake, the library was rebuilt and continues its mission to preserve and expand a collection of around 300,000 items. This makes it a symbol of the city's cultural continuity and resilience.
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