Gothenburg City Library, Public library at Götaplatsen, Sweden
Description
Gothenburg City Library is a public library located at Götaplatsen and spans multiple floors with sections for books, magazines, newspapers, music, and digital resources in numerous languages. The building provides extensive collections and modern services for visitors of all ages.
History
The library began operations in 1967 and was inaugurated by Swedish author Astrid Lindgren during its opening ceremony. This marked the beginning of its role as an important cultural institution in Gothenburg.
Culture
The library hosts regular reading groups in French, Spanish, Hungarian, Russian, and Finnish, reflecting how the building serves Gothenburg's diverse communities. These gatherings create spaces where people connect through literature in their own languages.
Practical
Visitors can obtain a library card in about five minutes by presenting identification, a postal address, and a phone number. With this card, you can immediately access the collections and borrow materials.
Did you know?
The library includes Götaverkstan, a maker space where visitors can borrow sewing machines and use audio-visual production equipment. This area shows how modern libraries have become places for creativity and hands-on making.
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