{"id":235467,"date":"2023-09-05T17:00:38","date_gmt":"2023-09-05T09:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=235467"},"modified":"2024-12-11T11:33:38","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T03:33:38","slug":"public-libraries-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/public-libraries-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Bibliophiles, you\u2019ll love these cool public libraries in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In a world of Kindles, iPads and e-books, you may think public libraries are diminishing. Well, not in Singapore. Aside from <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-bookstores-in-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">great bookstores<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/comic-book-stores-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">comic book treasures<\/a>, our little city boasts 31 public libraries, each with unique features and conducive spaces to jazz up your reading sesh. The next time you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/book-lovers-best-reading-rooms-cafes-libraries-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">get lost in a book<\/a>, hop over to these places. Presenting the coolest public libraries in Singapore!<\/p>\n<h2>Best public libraries in Singapore<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Punggol Regional Library<\/h3>\n<p>Singapore&#8217;s newest public library is massive \u2013 we&#8217;re talking five storeys filled with books, interactive zones, and extensive features that are accessible to everyone. Entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners can flock to the dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/coworking-spaces-in-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">co-working space<\/a> at level four, which contains working pods and meeting rooms. Those with little ones will have loads of fun at the Toy Library on the first floor, where they can play with educational toys and dress up in costumes. Feeling peckish? Pop over to Artease, the in-house cafe at level two, for hearty mains, refreshing drinks, and desserts.<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/punggol-regional-library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Punggol Regional Library<\/a>, #01-12, One Punggol, 1 Punggol Drive, Singapore 828629<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>2. Bishan Public Library<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_235468\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-235468\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-235468 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/bishan-public-library-singapore-900x643.png\" alt=\"bishan-public-library-singapore\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/bishan-public-library-singapore-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/bishan-public-library-singapore-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/bishan-public-library-singapore.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-235468\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Wojtek Gurak via Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Conceived in the late 90s due to the crowds at the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/toa-payoh-neighbourhood-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Toa Payoh<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/ang-mo-kio-food-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ang Mo Kio<\/a> community libraries, <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/neighbourhood-guide-bishan-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bishan<\/a> Public Library opened with much fanfare in 2006. Spread over five levels, the library carries over 250,000 titles. Look closely and you\u2019ll notice cool protruding windows \u2013 these are actually reading pods, should you need quiet time away from the crowd. The building has also won numerous awards for its unique design and architecture.<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/bishan-public-library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bishan Public Library<\/a>, #01-01, 5 Bishan Place, Singapore 579841<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>3. Sengkang Public Library<\/h3>\n<p>Located inside Compass One shopping mall, the 2,136 sqm space is the first public library to implement a DIY and Cybrarian concept. That means patrons can perform simple transactions on their own. You can also interact with the staff through teleconferencing at the Cybrarian kiosk. What\u2019s more, the recreation collection puts a spotlight on watersports and fishing due to the library\u2019s close proximity to a water park and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-coney-island-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coney Island<\/a>.<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/sengkang-public-library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sengkang Public Library<\/a>, #03-28 &amp; #04-19, Compass One, 1 Sengkang Square, Singapore 545078<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>4. Yishun Public Library<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_235469\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-235469\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-235469 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/yishun-public-library-singapore-900x643.png\" alt=\"yishun-public-library-singapore\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/yishun-public-library-singapore-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/yishun-public-library-singapore-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/yishun-public-library-singapore.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-235469\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: National Library Board<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We love how some libraries on this list are situated inside a mall. It\u2019s convenient, accessible, and a perfect spot to rest your legs and catch up on some reading. Yishun Public Library is one of them. This library takes the digital era in its stride by welcoming a Digital Learning Zone where patrons can look through a large selection of digital content. Those with kids aged below six can check out the Early Literacy section. Browse through categories like \u201cSense &amp; Sensation\u201d, \u201cPoetry &amp; Rhymes\u201d, and \u201cConcepts\u201d to help support your child\u2019s development.<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/yishun-public-library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Yishun Public Library<\/a>, #04-01, North Wing, Northpoint City, 930 Yishun Avenue 2, Singapore 769098<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>5. Library@Harbourfront<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_235472\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-235472\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-235472 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/Library%40Harbourfront-public-libraries-singapore-900x643.png\" alt=\"Library@Harbourfront-public-libraries-singapore\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/Library%40Harbourfront-public-libraries-singapore-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/Library%40Harbourfront-public-libraries-singapore-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/Library%40Harbourfront-public-libraries-singapore.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-235472\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: National Library Board<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This one\u2019s a treat to the eyes, boasting impressive views of <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/sentosa-singapore-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sentosa<\/a> (at reading lounge 1) and over 200,000 reads to pick from. Highlights include the Learning Zone, a fun space for cool programmes like Tech Showcase and group discussions, with an integrated space for physical and digital collections. Hop on one of the six learning pods to access digital content and other resources. The young ones will love the Tinker Truck, featuring word puzzles and programmes related to STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) topics.<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/library-harbourfront\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Library@Harbourfront<\/a>, #03-05 (Lobby F), VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>6. Library@Orchard<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_267065\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-267065\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-267065 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/02\/things-to-do-in-singapore-orchard-library-900x643.png\" alt=\"things to do in singapore | orchard library\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/02\/things-to-do-in-singapore-orchard-library-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/02\/things-to-do-in-singapore-orchard-library-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/02\/things-to-do-in-singapore-orchard-library.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-267065\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Fahrul Azmi via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Ah, we\u2019ve seen multiple shots of the curved bookshelves here. No wonder the library has an impeccable design \u2013 it\u2019s the first public library in Singapore to incorporate the principles of design thinking! This also extends to the large collection of titles on design, lifestyle and applied arts. In fact, the non-fiction collection is categorised into five design clusters \u2013 people design (fashion, photography and entrepreneurs), space design (furniture, industrial and game design), visual design (advertising, printmaking and graphic design) and lifestyle design (gastronomy, wellness and travelogues).<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/library-orchard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Library@Orchard<\/a>, #03-12 \/ #04-11, Orchardgateway, 277 Orchard Road, Singapore 238858<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>7. Tampines Regional Library<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_235473\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-235473\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-235473 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/Tampines-Regional-Library-public-libraries-singapore-900x643.png\" alt=\"Tampines Regional Library-public-libraries-singapore\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/Tampines-Regional-Library-public-libraries-singapore-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/Tampines-Regional-Library-public-libraries-singapore-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/Tampines-Regional-Library-public-libraries-singapore.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-235473\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: National Library Board<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Tampines Regional Library is a breath of fresh air with plenty of glass walls to allow natural light in. One of the relatively new libraries since its shift to Our Tampines Hub in 2017, the five-storey space boasts a culinary studio, the Pixel Lab makerspace, an exhibition on <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-tampines-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tampines<\/a> heritage, a 200-seat auditorium, an indoor playground and a 700m-long running track. Word has it that you can clock up to 3k steps by walking through the library! It&#8217;s also home to over 32,000 Chinese children&#8217;s books donated by the Chou Sing Chu Foundation to encourage learning and reading in Mandarin.<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/tampines-regional-library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Tampines Regional Library<\/a>, #02-01, Our Tampines Hub, 1 Tampines Walk, Singapore 528523<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>8. National Library<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_235474\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-235474\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-235474 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/national-library-singapore-900x643.png\" alt=\"national-library-singapore\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/national-library-singapore-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/national-library-singapore-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/04\/national-library-singapore.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-235474\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: National Library Board<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Of course, our list of public libraries in Singapore won&#8217;t be complete without this magnificent gem. Located in a cultural hub, the National Library is our city&#8217;s largest public library. The 16-storey building houses two libraries \u2013 the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library (levels 7 to 13) and the Central Public library (basement 1). The Lee Kong Chian Reference Library boasts endless collections of Singapore&#8217;s literary and publishing heritage. There\u2019s also a drama centre, exhibition spaces, as well as a function and events space on the 16th level rooftop.<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/national-library-singapore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">National Library<\/a>, 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>9. Choa Chu Kang Public Library<\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019re stoked about this revamped public library. It\u2019s the first one of the Libraries of the Future (NLB\u2019s master plan to combine the physical and digital) to hold a sustainability theme. There&#8217;s an indoor garden with a designated section for parents and children, a hydroponics room that hosts workshops, and new digital learning tools to increase awareness of sustainable living and environmental issues. You can also explore an augmented reality learning trail by scanning the QR codes all over the library.<br \/>\n<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nlb.gov.sg\/main\/visit-us\/our-libraries-and-locations\/libraries\/choa-chu-kang-public-library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Choa Chu Kang Public Library<\/a>, #04-01\/02 and #05-06, Lot 1 Shoppers&#8217; Mall, 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, Singapore 689812<\/em><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s time to put your phones away and curl up to a book at one of these public libraries in Singapore!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a world of Kindles, iPads and e-books, you may think public libraries are diminishing. Well, not in Singapore. Aside from great bookstores and comic book treasures, our little city boasts 31 public libraries, each with unique features and conducive spaces to jazz up your reading sesh. 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