Zeeland Library
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| Zeeuwse Bibliotheek | |
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| Location | Middelburg, Netherlands |
| Type | Public, Academic |
| Established | 1985 |
| Other information | |
| Employees | 180 |
| Website | http://www.zeeuwsebibliotheek.nl/ |
The Zeeland Library (Zeeuwse Bibliotheek), located at Kousteensedijk 7, Middelburg in the Netherlands, is the official library of the province of Zeeland and is also the official academic library of the Roosevelt Academy.[1]
Founding
The library was founded in 1985, when a number of various different libraries such as a scientific, provisional, public, as well as a number of specialized ones were put together, making the largest cultural institution in Zeeland along with one of the Netherlands major libraries.
Books & services
As well as a home of tomes Middelburg Library is a staging point for various cultural events, shows, educational programs. It is estimated the library employs 180 staff and lends in the region of 620,000 publications annually.[2]
Yet the library is not just a normal library with a public role to fill, it also serves as a Provincial Service Organization, advising institutions and other libraries, offering specialized services in all book-fields.
Opening hours
Zeeland Regional Library opens from:
- 5.30-9.00pm on Mondays
- 10.00am-9.00pm Tuesday-Friday
- 10.00am-1.30pm Saturdays
- Closed Sundays[3]
References
- ^ "Performing Arts Program". www.roac.nl. Retrieved 13 October 2012.
- ^ "Zeeuwse Bibliotheek". www.geheugenvannederland.nl. Retrieved 13 October 2012.
- ^ "Introducing Middelburg". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 13 October 2012.
External links
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