Namsan Library opened as Kyeongseong Prefectural Library in 1922 as a public library in Myeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul. The library was moved to the current site in 1964 with a newly built building and its name changed to Namsan Library in 1965. This concrete building was built in 1964 and was designed by architect Lee Haeseong. It was designated as Seoul Future Heritage in 2013, credited for its preservation value. It is comprised of 19 rooms and educational areas including the Humanity and Social Science Hall, Nature Science Hall, Language and Literature Hall, Electronic Information Room and more. Since opening, the library has collected nearly 500,000 books, 16,000 non-book materials, 700 continuing resources, and other special materials like old books, oriental books (including Japanese books), and more. Namsan Library also operates a reading treatment program unique to this library that began in 2005. The program includes remodeling of reading consultation room, training for people in charge of reading treatment, workshops, programs for individuals and groups. Also, various exhibitions, lectures, shows, cultural classes and other events are available all year long to enhance lifelong education.
information
- Collections Status As Of April 30 2017 Br Books 501 968 Total Philosophy Religion Social Sciences Natural Technology Science Art Language Literature History Periodical Publications 739 Newspapers Magazines Miscellaneous 16 052 Cassette Tapes Video Cds Dvds Etc.
- Capacity 1 397 Seats
- Inquiries and information 1330 Travel Hotline 82-2-1330 Br Korean English Japanese Chinese For More Info 82-2-754-7338
- Parking availability Available
- Closed days 1st And 3rd Monday Of Every Month Br National Holidays Except On Sundays Temporary Holidays Designated By The Library
- Usage fee Free
- Usage time General Library Br March-october Weekdays 07 00-23 00 Weekends 00-22 November-february 08 Please Visit The Official Website For More Details.
- Scale Land Area 13 316 Br Building 9 329.37
location
109, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul