Tour of the Ąžuolynas Library's Old Book Exhibition

Operating at the Ąžuolynas Library since 1993, the Old Book Exhibition reveals the development of the printed book over more than five centuries – from its cradle to 20th-century publications. We invite you to join the tour and discover the history of the book together, as revealed through unique exhibits. During the tour, we will recall the origins of the Ąžuolynas Library and visit the historic spaces of the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts, where the Old Book Exhibition is housed today. You will hear stories about the development of the book, take a close look at the decoration of old publications, super ex-libris, once-banned or secretly distributed publications, and other rare exhibits that preserve interesting stories of cultural heritage. This tour is a great opportunity to discover lesser-known layers of book heritage and to get to know Lithuania's printed heritage in more detail. We invite book lovers, enthusiasts of Kaunas' past, guides, and tour leaders who wish to enrich their routes and stories with new facts and unexpected discoveries. The tour will take place: November 18 at 5:30 PM. Meeting place: K. Donelaičio St. 8, 2nd floor. Please be informed that the event will be photographed and/or filmed, and you may appear in event photos or videos that may be published in various media.