Zeeland Library Explained

Native Name:Zeeuwse Bibliotheek
Native Name Lang:nl
Zeeland Library
Country:Netherlands
Type:Public, Academic
Established:1985
Location:Kousteensedijk 7, Middelburg
Num Employees:180

The Zeeland Library (Zeeuwse Bibliotheek) in Middelburg, Netherlands, is the official library of Zeeland and the academic library of University College Roosevelt.[1]

History

The library was founded in 1985, when scientific, provisional, public, and specialized libraries were merged into one, creating the largest cultural institution in Zeeland and one of the Netherlands major libraries.

Books & services

The library employs 180 staff and lends about 620,000 publications annually.[2] It serves as a provincial service organization, advising institutions and other libraries, offering specialized services in all book-related areas.

Zeeland Library stages and develops cultural events, shows, and educational programs.

Opening hours

Zeeland Regional Library opens from:

The library is closed on Sundays.[3]

External links

51.4963°N 3.6158°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Performing Arts Program. www.roac.nl. 13 October 2012 . https://web.archive.org/web/20070614013223/http://www.roac.nl/roac/performingarts.phtml . 14 June 2007.
  2. Web site: Zeeuwse Bibliotheek. www.geheugenvannederland.nl. 13 October 2012.
  3. Web site: Introducing Middelburg. Lonely Planet. 13 October 2012.