>The Arabianranta Library occupies a unique space within the historic Arabia factory building at Hämeentie 135 A in Helsinki. Sharing its home with the Metropolia and Pop & Jazz Conservatory campus libraries, this cultural hub welcomes diverse communities from the surrounding Toukola, Vanhakaupunki, and Kumpula neighborhoods. The library serves local residents, students, working professionals, and all Helmet library card holders.
Visitors can access a wide range of services, from traditional book lending to digital resources. The space regularly hosts engaging community events, including storytelling sessions and art exhibitions. The library entrance is distinctively marked by the adjacent Arabia relief, making it easy to locate within the Arabia135 block.
This vibrant institution represents a thoughtful blend of educational and community spaces, breathing new life into a building that once housed the renowned Arabia ceramics factory. Its location within an active campus environment creates a dynamic atmosphere where academic and public library services converge.
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