House of Wisdom
Sharjah International Airport Road Al Juraina 1
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Sharjah's iconic cultural hub and futuristic library designed by Foster + Partners. Opened December 2020 to commemorate Sharjah's UNESCO World Book Capital 2019 title. A 12,000 sq meter two-storey building with floating roof serving as a social hub for learning and cultural center for the 21st century. Home to 305,000 books including 200,000 digital format and 11,000 in various languages.
Amenities & Features
Free Wi-Fi
Espresso Book Machine (print-on-demand books)
Al Jazari Fabrication Lab with 3D printers
Digital resources and databases
Suspended private reading pods
Central courtyard with outdoor seating
Children's library The Little Reader
Women-only area (Ladies Diwan)
Exhibition spaces
Lecture halls
Café and restaurant
Prayer room
Free parking
Mobile app for services
Quick Info
Capacity: 12 people
Target Audience:
StudentsResearchersFamiliesChildrenBook loversCultural enthusiastsAcademic communityInnovatorsCommunity members
Community Vibe:
Educational innovative cultural inspiring collaborative futuristic
Languages:
English Arabic
Location
Sharjah International Airport Road Al Juraina 1
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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