Bibliothèque Municipale de Lyon (Lyon City Library)

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Lyon Municipal Library

The Lyon Public Library is a library in the city of Lyon, France. It houses a wide variety of special collections, especially in the fields of photography, Lyon and the Rhône-Alpes region, antiquarian books, textiles, music, contemporary art and literature .

History of the Lyon Public Library

• 1537: Founded as the Library of the Chapter of Lyon
• After the French Revolution, it became the city library.
• The collection expanded significantly from the late 19th century to the early 20th century.
• Present: Operating multiple libraries throughout Lyon, supporting the learning and cultural activities of its citizens

Representative collections

• Photo Collection:

  • A large collection of photographs from the 19th century to the present
  • In particular, there are many photos related to Lyon and the Rhône-Alpes region.

• Lyon and Rhône-Alpes collection:

  • The collection includes books, maps, photographs, etc. relating to the history, culture, and geography of Lyon.

• Antique Book Collection:

  • It has a large collection of incunabula (books printed before 1500) and valuable ancient books.

• Textile Collection:

  • Contains valuable materials that convey the history of Lyon's silk weaving industry

• Music Collection:

  • Contains sheet music, recordings, music-related books, etc.

• Contemporary Art Collection:

  • Collecting and exhibiting contemporary art

• Literary Collections:

  • The museum has a wide range of literary works , with a focus on French literature.

The charm of the Lyon City Library

The Lyon Public Library supports the learning and cultural activities of the people of Lyon through its diverse collections and services . Its photography and Lyon-related collections in particular provide a valuable resource for gaining a deeper understanding of the city's history and culture.

• Extensive collections: With materials in a wide range of fields, we can satisfy all interests and needs.
• Special Collections: Specialist collections include photography, Lyon, antiquarian books, textiles, music, contemporary art and literature .
• Digital Archives: We are digitizing valuable materials and making them accessible online.
• Educational Programs: We offer workshops and classes for all ages , from children to adults .

The Lyon Municipal Library is more than just a library; it is a cultural facility essential to the lives of the people of Lyon.