Östersunds bibliotek, Municipal library in central Östersund, Sweden.
Östersunds bibliotek is a public library in central Östersund located at Rådhusgatan 25-27 with collections spread across multiple floors. Reading areas, workspaces, and computer stations are distributed throughout the building to serve different needs.
The library holds the Zetterströmska collection, containing books from the 15th century through the early 19th century. This historical collection represents an important legacy that connects the library to the intellectual traditions of the region.
The library hosts dedicated sections for Sami culture and LGBTQ+ literature, showing how it reflects the different communities living in the Jämtland region. Walking through these areas, you can see how the collection speaks directly to people's identities and stories.
The location in the city center makes it easy to reach on foot and convenient to visit alongside other activities. Opening hours change through the week, with longer hours on weekdays and shorter schedules on weekends.
The library operates a mobile book bus that travels throughout the municipality to reach readers in distant areas. This service demonstrates how the institution works to bring books and resources to everyone across the wider region.
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