Municipal Library Ary dos Santos ( Portugal )

The Ary dos Santos Library offers a rich, encyclopedic collection across all knowledge fields, with over 12,800 titles: books, periodicals, audiobooks, Braille books, sound recordings, and audiovisual materials. It houses two special collections: the Herberto Goulart Collection (a family-donated archive) and the Natália Miranda Collection (books by the author and co-author). Users can access both physical and online resources.

With 1,404m² over three public floors, the library provides spaces for children, teens, and adults, including accessible reading rooms, a periodicals section, group study areas, music listening, and film-viewing zones. The central, landscaped atrium offers a relaxed reading area.

Facilities include:

• Herberto Goulart multipurpose room (67 seats, for cultural events)

• Natália Miranda children’s area (for ages up to 13)

• Public computer and Wi-Fi access

• Online catalog, guided tours, and activities

• Lockers, 24-hour returns, changing station, garden area, and free parking for two hours

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