Nicolaus Copernicus University Library

The library building on Gagarina Street features modern architecture and houses over 2.5 million items, including books, periodicals, and special collections.

The library began operations in September 1945, two weeks after the establishment of Nicolaus Copernicus University, starting its role as a central academic resource.

The library maintains extensive collections of drawings, charts, musical scores, and manuscripts, including all published editions of Nicolaus Copernicus scientific works.

Visitors can access the library services through multiple contact methods, with digital resources available within the university network and specific reading rooms requiring appointments.

The library holds 48,000 old prints and 4,100 manuscripts, including the first and third editions of De revolutionibus orbium coelestium by Copernicus.

Location: Toruń

Inception: 1945

Architectural style: modern architecture

Part of: Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń

Address: ul. Jurija Gagarina 13, 87-100 Toruń 87-100 87-100

Website: https://bu.umk.pl

GPS coordinates: 53.02035,18.57140

Latest update: March 14, 2025 07:52