History of the Library
The Central Library of the Faculty of Science at Masaryk University celebrates its 20th anniversary.
On this special occasion, we have decided to share with you the history of our library.
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We have been here with you for more than 20 years.
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We are here for 1 800 users.
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We take care of 178,830 books.
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We care for 721 historical books.
Foreword
“Twenty years is not just a number, it is a story. The story of a place that has become a bridge between science and people, between the past and the future. Our library began as a quiet space full of books, and today it is a lively center of knowledge, encounters, and inspiration.
Taťána Škarková
Over the years, we have journeyed together from paper catalogs to the digital world, from shelves full of volumes to databases that open the door to a universe of information. Every student, researcher, and reader in general contributed a chapter.
The library is not just a building, it is a community. A place where ideas are born, where disciplines connect, where science becomes accessible. We would like to thank everyone who has been part of this journey. May the next twenty years be full of discoveries, collaboration, and inspiration. Because we are writing the future together, page by page.”
Head of the library
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1990s
The beginnings of the central library
The faculty is beginning to feel the lack of library space.
The central library is small, and another 23 branch libraries are scattered around the Kotlářská campus.
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2002
Foundation stone
The faculty management decides on a systemic solution – a plan for a new library is created.
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2003
Architectural design
Architectural competition announced.
The winner is the Květ studio with a design combining architecture, light, and greenery.
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2005
Grand opening of the new building of the Central Library of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University
The building spans the existing auditorium and creates a modern space for studying, meeting, and accessing e-resources.
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2008
Collaboration with researchers – GEOBIB
We have joined the GEOBIB (Geographical Bibliography of the Czech Republic Online) project. This is a bibliographic database for virtual research environments and for cooperation between specialized geographical libraries.
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2009
Other projects and purchases
We have acquired a Herbie book drop box!
Thanks to the Retrokon project, our entire collection is being transferred to an online catalog.
We have equipped our multimedia lab with modern technology as part of a project initiated by the rector's office.
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2011
TEMAP project
We have begun cooperation on the TEMAP project, which provides methodology and software for the protection and use of cartographic works belonging to the national cartographic heritage.
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2014
Relocation of the fund and modernization of premises
The relocation of the library collections of the Institute of Botany and Zoology (ÚBZ) and the Institute of Experimental Biology (ÚEB) to the University Campus in Bohunice began.
The faculty management approved the modernization and reconstruction of the library premises.
The library joined the CEINVE project with activities related to information education across Masaryk University.
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2016
New premises
On February 18, the grand opening of the new ground floor premises took place.
A cozy community space with a kitchenette and team classrooms is being created.
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2020
Involvement in education
We have joined the MU Development Fund with a project entitled Support for Doctoral Students in the Development of Information Literacy and Academic Skills.
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2025
We are celebrating 20 years!
An exhibition, memories, a message board, and a collective look back at the library that became the heart of the faculty.
