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New library becoming a reality
The Central Library building is almost ready! The Central Library stands firm. The spacious and bright lobby invites visitors and is an open window …
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Vote for and comment on the top six entries for the Central Library
The top six entries in the Central Library architectural competition are displayed on touch screens in the city centre and online at
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Authors take on forbidden love
The literary panel discussion during the Helsinki Pride week featured a group of authors talking about how to describe homosexual love and relationships that break …
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Designs proposed for the library of the future on display
The proposed designs selected for the second stage of the Helsinki Central Library architectural competition will be put on public display at Helsinki Art Museum Meilahti…
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What is the library of your dreams like?
The Central Library is a library of the future. You can use it like any traditional library to borrow books, read magazines and simply enjoy the library atmosphere. City…
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The public has adopted Oodi as its own
On 5 December, the Eve of Finnish Independence Day, Oodi opened its doors with great aplomb and a plentiful programme. The impressed audience toured the three floors, …
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There is no such thing as a stupid question – except at the library!
In early February, Virgin Airlines published various funny questions asked by travellers during flights, noted down by the flight crew. The passengers’ queries …
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Building the Central Library openly together
This year, the Central Library project ball is in the court of the city’s inhabitants and the project partner groups: what kind of library or ‘urban town hall’ do …
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Fresh ideas from the Library of my dreams campaign
At the beginning of January, Deputy Mayor Tuula Haatainen invited all city residents to …