Warsaw Public Library – Central Library of the Masovian Voivodeship, Public library on Koszykowa Street in Warsaw, Poland.
Description
The Warsaw Public Library is a facility housing millions of books spread across reading rooms and work areas in connected buildings on Koszykowa Street. The collection spans works in multiple languages and the spaces are equipped for various types of study and research.
History
The library was founded in the 19th century and was a key knowledge center before World War II. During the war, it suffered severe losses when buildings were damaged and large portions of the collection were destroyed.
Culture
The library serves as a gathering place where Warsaw residents discover Polish and international books and connect with other readers through literary events held throughout the year. These programs show how reading and knowledge remain central to the city's life today.
Practical
Visitors can settle into reading rooms or use various work areas set up for studying and research. The spaces are open to the public and provide access to books and digital resources for on-site consultation.
Did you know?
The building was designed by a noted 19th-century architect and funded by a prominent Warsaw family. After decades of use, it received extensive modernization that blended its historical structures with contemporary functions.
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