Main library
Kirjastonkatu 13, 65100 Vaasa
- Renewal line, tel. 06–325 3533
- Information service, tel. 06–325 3540
- Newspapers and magazines, tel. 06–325 3558
- Children and young adults, tel. 06–325 3545
- Music and arts, tel. 06–325 3565
The main library book drop is located on the side of the library that faces Rautatienkatu. You can return items in the book drop when the library is closed.
Café Proosa
Tel. 040 0299817
Opening hours
- Monday–Thursday 10:00–16:00
- Friday 10:00–15:00
The main library also hosts:
- Culture department
- Public information centre
- Welcome Office
- DATERO – ICT services for persons with special education needs
- Finnish library museum
Main library services
Read more about the services here.
Accessibility
- Accessible parking
- Accessible entrance
- Accessible lift
- Accessible toilet
- Service dogs are welcome
- Induction loop in Draama-hall
About main library
The main library has six subject sections:
- Children and young adults
- Countries and cultures
- Literature and languages
- Music and arts
- Science and technology
- Social sciences and economics
All books, magazines, and DVDs on a specific subject are in their own sections. Newspapers and general magazines are in the newspaper reading room (Newspapers and magazines).
First floor Info desk: Apply for a library card and PIN, and pick up reservations. Pay fees; pick up and pay for printouts; pay for items from the used book sale.
The customer service desks on the second floor provide help with using the library's resources.
Short-term storage-lockers
Lockers will be emptied every night. To enquire about items left in the lockers, please contact the police lost property office.
Book a space
The main library has bookable study rooms, meeting rooms, and exhibition and event spaces.
Read more about the rooms and spaces and make a booking.