Assabil, Culture for All
About the library
Elias Khoury-Bachoura library is the first and largest municipal public library in Beirut. It opened in 2001 and offers a rich and diverse collection of materials in an open and friendly space (350 sqm). The library has a children’s area, newspaper corner, and a computer station.




Arabic book club
Cine Club
Creative writing workshop
Music listening
Reading night
Storytelling
Hot topic debates
Welcoming classes from local public schools
Opening Hours
Our team is ready to help!
Beirut Municipal Public Library , Bachoura Issaf Municipal Building, 3rd floor, Beirut, Lebanon
Beirut Public Libraries, Elias Khoury Library – Bachoura


