Guyana National Library allows you to enrich your knowledge with an abundance of books, historical documents, manuscripts, and phonograph recordings. Founded in 1909, this institution serves as a public lending library and encourages book lovers to nurture their various interests. Initially, a large iron grille stood between readers and the books. Written requests had to be passed to the librarian through a small window. Today, you can access the library's written material easily and quickly. To visit Guyana National Library and other attractions in Georgetown, use our Georgetown road trip planning site.
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On one of my walks through the center of Georgetown, I also passed by the National Library in the corner of Church and Main street, opposite the modern Bank of Guyana building. I had a closer look at.... more
On one of my walks through the center of Georgetown, I also passed by the National Library in the corner of Church and Main street, opposite the modern Bank of Guyana building. I had a closer look at.... more »
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I went to the library as part of the playgroup that my son attends, although he was too young for the actual trip. The building is very large with a wide selection of books. We went with nine young...
I went to the library as part of the playgroup that my son attends, although he was too young for the actual trip. The building is very large with a wide selection of books. We went with nine young... more »
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National library is an experience of a traditional library. The staff were helpful and keen to assist. The library itself is not huge and the range of books limited. We paid for photocopying of...
National library is an experience of a traditional library. The staff were helpful and keen to assist. The library itself is not huge and the range of books limited. We paid for photocopying of... more »
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Lots of history can be found here dating back several decades. Rich with knowledge. There's a great air conditioned computer room as well to work and relax. Good storage lockers to keep your bag safe, you get a key and it is for free. Promotes a lot of learning and cool scientific projects being done by the kids at schools over here
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Guyana National Library is a great place to research information. The library has a wide variety of books and magazines to choose from. The staff is knowledgeable and can help you find what you are looking for. The library is easy to find and the parking is easy to find. Overall, I would highly recommend visiting Guyana National Library!
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I had plenty of good memories at the library got in trouble a lot here too! I used to spend my afternoon here with friends from school. I used to go to Sacred Hearts Primary School before it burned down on Christmas a long time ago. I think was the best place to spend my time as a child k hope other children benefit from it and doing reading circles. I’ll never forget! Please take care of it!
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Very nice library with lots of great history. Would be excellent if it received more funding to digitize the artifacts. A lot of Guyana’s history will be lost as the paperworks deteriorate.
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A cool quiet place in a historic building. I spent time upstairs in looking at their newspaper collection. Bring your mask. Lockers available downstairs for your bag.
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