Idrija city library celebrates 80 years of service in Slovenia

The Idrija City Library and Reading Room in Slovenia celebrated its 80th anniversary this year.

The institution began its history in 1946 as the Janka Premrl library before it changed its name seven years later. It serves as a community space where residents can access books and participate in a local culture of reading.

While the library provides a sanctuary for readers, a 2024 study shows that 42 percent of people in Slovenia did not read a single book in the previous year. Despite the high cost of books, the library remains a primary resource for those who want to engage with literature.