Library of Tarano

The “Pietro Acclavio” Civic Library in Tarano, represents the cultural hub of the city. Its opening hours, Monday through Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., welcome the public to an environment dedicated to knowledge and culture.

Founded back in 1712 by Tommaso Nicolò d’Aquino, a generous Taranto lawyer, the library has deep roots in local history. Its growth over the centuries has resulted in an invaluable heritage of more than 160,000 works, including books, periodicals, historical documents and multimedia materials.

The Civic Library offers a wide range of services to meet users’ needs, including book consultation and lending, access to the Internet and electronic resources, dedicated study and reading spaces, and cultural and educational activities.

Dedicated to Pietro Acclavio, a distinguished Taranto poet and man of letters of the 16th century, the library presents itself as a key reference point for culture in Taranto and the surrounding areas. A place to find information, study, socialize and share passions, thus helping to enrich the cultural life of the community.