What is Mohammed Bin Rashid Library?

Located in Al Jaddaf overlooking the Dubai Creek, Mohammed Bin Rashid Library is far more than the average knowledge hub. Its highly anticipated launch will place it alongside the largest, most famous libraries in the world! In addition to being a state-of-the-art library containing numerous collections, the 66,000 square meter development will also be a cultural space for events, exhibitions, activities, education, and festivals.

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Book Collection

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Library is set to house more than 4.5 million books, 1 million audiobooks, and 2 million eBooks. The diverse collections offered within its walls will work to bring together intellectuals and thinkers alike, while also encouraging the habit of reading in children. The project also aims to aid professionals engaged in research and education.

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Construction & Design: It’s 6 Pillars

The structure of this prestigious establishment resembles a ‘Rhel’ which is a Turkish lectern upon which the Quran is traditionally placed. It is built on six pillars, each of which promotes the project’s unique goals:

• The first pillar features eight specialized libraries: Business, Children, Multimedia, Youth, Arabic, Family, Popular, and International genres.

• The second pillar focuses on encouraging the habit of reading.

• The third pillar consists of a vast variety of eBooks.

• The fourth pillar authorizes new books and translates popular titles from around the world to Arabic.

• The fifth pillar will be dedicated to the preservation of the Arabic language.

• The sixth and final pillar will serve to uphold and display cultural heritage while also exhibiting Arabic art.

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Services

• Eight specialized libraries

• Areas for open reading

• Temporary and permanent exhibition spaces

• Meeting rooms, classrooms, and study rooms

• Special library for the Al Maktoum Collection

• 500-seat theatre for the launching of intellectual events through lectures and seminars

• Civilization Museum and Arab Heritage Museum for ensuring the preservation of culture

• Modern technology to serve scientific research and dissemination of knowledge

• Centre for conservation and restoration of books, manuscripts, and documents

• Areas for hosting interactive events, activities, educational and cultural festivals

• Cultural services, such as documentaries and live lectures from around the world

• Headquarters of The International Council for the Arabic Language