THE NEW LIBRARY
We live in a many faceted society; our politics, economics, social and cultural affairs all contributing to its diversity. The library plays an important role as centre for information, culture, communication and education. In the 21st century information is synonymous with power. You will notice that if you lack it, -because it's the well informed who have all the advantages and wield the power. The library can provide you with both the source and the access.
The right to information is enshrined in law and in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It is part of the library's purpose to make these rights a reality. By facilitating the free flow of information the library makes its contribution to a democratic and humane society.
To attain this goal and fulfill this task the library divides its services into four main areas. We are a centre for information, for communication, for education, for culture and its associated activities as well as being a meeting place for the community. These functions form together the spearhead of our philosophy and policy.
Increasingly the library is developing away from being a warehouse full of books into an exciting, stimulating and multifarious information source. Once a subdued, still sanctary, now an open house to all who hunger knowledge and recreation.
The new image of the Oosterdokseiland as an 'Island of knowledge' fits this philosophy perfectly. Here the new Central Public Library of Amsterdam, with an expected 7000 visitors per day, will become the supercharger of a world class cultural and informational meeting point: 7 days a week from 10 in the morning till 10 at night!
This brochure reveals the ambitions, plans and actuality of the Amsterdam Public Library, as part of the greater vision for the future of the city of Amsterdam.
The right to information is enshrined in law and in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It is part of the library's purpose to make these rights a reality. By facilitating the free flow of information the library makes its contribution to a democratic and humane society.
To attain this goal and fulfill this task the library divides its services into four main areas. We are a centre for information, for communication, for education, for culture and its associated activities as well as being a meeting place for the community. These functions form together the spearhead of our philosophy and policy.
Increasingly the library is developing away from being a warehouse full of books into an exciting, stimulating and multifarious information source. Once a subdued, still sanctary, now an open house to all who hunger knowledge and recreation.
The new image of the Oosterdokseiland as an 'Island of knowledge' fits this philosophy perfectly. Here the new Central Public Library of Amsterdam, with an expected 7000 visitors per day, will become the supercharger of a world class cultural and informational meeting point: 7 days a week from 10 in the morning till 10 at night!
This brochure reveals the ambitions, plans and actuality of the Amsterdam Public Library, as part of the greater vision for the future of the city of Amsterdam.
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