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100 years of SPL… 790,000+ resources and 15 million digital items highlight its legacy

Sharjah Public Libraries serves over 117 nationalities and houses 912 rare and priceless manuscripts in five languages

  • A dedicated section for rare manuscripts and books containing 3,102 items
  • Among the most notable treasures is a copy of the Holy Quran attributed to Caliph Uthman ibn Affan.
  • A specialised hall for the visually impaired, equipped with Braille books, e-books, and assistive devices
  • Comprehensive digital services, including membership, payments, borrowing, reservations, renewals, and book returns
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Sultan Al Qasimi inaugurates Sharjah Public Libraries’ centennial celebration under the theme ‘100 Years of Stories’

Held at the historic Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn) in the Heart of Sharjah district

Sharjah, January 29, 2025

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has inaugurated the Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) centennial celebration under the theme ‘100 Years of Stories’. The official ceremony, held at the historic Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn), commemorates 100 years since Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr bin Khalid Al Qasimi established Sharjah’s first library.

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