Reims in Marne, Grand Est, France — Western Europe
Médiathèque Jean Falala
Built by Jean-Paul Viguier and opened in 2003, the Cathedral Media Library boasts a total of 6,500 m2 of public reading areas. It also features exhibition areas and an auditorium. Admission is free.
English translation:
The Jean Falala Media Library is a principal part of the public library network for the city of Rheims. Together with the nearby Carnegie Library, they make up one of twelve "municipal libraries with a regional scope" of France. Built by the architect Jean-Paul Viquier, it includes a metal frame and a large glass area. The building opened in May 2003. It houses over 6,500 m2 on five levels accessible to the public, more than 130,000 documents available, exhibition spaces and an auditorium. Admission is free.
Erected by la ville de Reims. (Marker Number 20.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Charity & Public Work • Churches & Religion • Education. A significant historical month for this entry is May 2003.
Location. 49° 15.181′ N, 4° 1.936′ E. Marker is in Reims, Grand Est, in Marne. Marker is at the intersection of Rue des Fuseliers and Rue Rockefeller, on the right when traveling east on Rue des Fuseliers. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Reims, Grand Est 51100, France. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Cavalcade du sacre des rois de France (within shouting distance of this marker); Cathédral Notre-Dame (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Palais du Tau (about 90 meters away); Musée des Beaux-Arts (about 90 meters away); Maison du Trésorier du Chapitre de la Cathédral (about 120 meters away); Edmond Marin la Meslée (about 150 meters away); Palais de Justice (about 150 meters away); Quartier des Banques (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Reims.
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