Biblioteca Nacional Aruba
Biblioteca Nacional Aruba (BNA) is the National Library of Aruba, with its main library located at George Madurostraat 13 in Oranjestad. The institution provides access to books, periodicals, newspapers and information resources and maintains services for reading, study and research. The Biblioteca Nacional Aruba collection includes materials for different ages and interests. Its official collection […]
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Biblioteca Nacional Aruba (BNA) is the National Library of Aruba, with its main library located at George Madurostraat 13 in Oranjestad. The institution provides access to books, periodicals, newspapers and information resources and maintains services for reading, study and research.
The Biblioteca Nacional Aruba collection includes materials for different ages and interests. Its official collection information confirms books, magazines and newspapers, while the library also maintains a Digital Information Center and participates in digital-access initiatives that make Aruban documentary material available online.
A major part of BNA’s heritage work is the Arubiana/Caribiana Department, located separately at Bachstraat 5 in Oranjestad. The department collects, organizes and preserves documentary heritage concerning Aruba and the wider region. Its holdings include manuscripts, books, newspapers, photographs, audiovisual material, government publications and specialized historical collections.
BNA also maintains an active public events program. Its official calendar lists exhibitions, book-related activities and other scheduled programs at the Oranjestad library, while its longer-running initiatives include children’s reading and book-festival activities. Borrowing materials requires library membership, although Arubiana/Caribiana materials can be consulted without membership.
The Oranjestad library is open 8:00 AM–7:00 PM on Mondays and Wednesdays and 8:00 AM–5:00 PM on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Its verified main contact number is +297 528 1500. Current event schedules should be checked through Biblioteca Nacional Aruba’s official website.
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Biblioteca Nacional Aruba, George Madurostraat, Oranjestad, Aruba
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Biblioteca Nacional Aruba located?
Biblioteca Nacional Aruba is located at George Madurostraat 13, Oranjestad, Aruba, in the heart of the capital city.
What is Biblioteca Nacional Aruba?
It is Aruba's national public library, offering books, digital resources, research materials, educational programs, and cultural events while preserving the island's documentary heritage.
What is the Arubiana/Caribiana Department?
The Arubiana/Caribiana Department is the library's special collections division, preserving manuscripts, newspapers, photographs, maps, rare books, and other historical documents related to Aruba and the Caribbean.
Can visitors use the library if they are not residents?
Yes. Visitors are welcome to explore the library, consult reference materials, attend exhibitions and events, and use many of its public services. Membership is generally required for borrowing materials.
Does Biblioteca Nacional Aruba offer digital resources?
Yes. The library provides access to a large digital collection that includes books, newspapers, magazines, photographs, maps, audio recordings, and historical documents that can be searched online.