Average of 2,822 visitors a day since opening in April
Second-highest visitor numbers among Yongin’s public libraries
Distinctive spaces offer courtyard views and digital masterpieces
6,136 people took part in 57 programs themed around “recovery”
Bojeong Library in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, which opened last April, is establishing itself as a place for reading, culture and relaxation, attracting an average of 2,822 visitors a day.
Digital Zone at Bojeong Library in Yongin Special City. Photo provided by Yongin City.
Yongin Special City, Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Lee Sang-il), said on October 29 that Bojeong Library ranks second among the city’s public libraries in average daily visitors since opening.
Located on the fourth floor of the Bojeong Mir Human Center, Bojeong Library has a total floor area of 2,598 square meters and a collection of about 42,600 books. Since it opened on April 1, about 53,000 residents of Bojeong-dong and Jukjeon 2-dong have been able to borrow books and take part in cultural programs close to home.
The library combines reading and borrowing with cultural experiences and relaxation. Visitors can take in the view of the central courtyard while reading, or enjoy world-famous masterpieces and works created by local residents on the “Art Wall,” an electronic display installed among the bookshelves.
The early childhood materials area is designed to help children engage with books through play. Wooden and window-side seating is arranged throughout the bookshelves, and an outdoor relaxation area is also available.
The library’s special theme is “recovery.” The aim is to help people find more leisure in their daily lives and restore their physical and mental vitality through reading and cultural activities. Since opening, the library has run 26 programs focused on recovery and 31 reading and culture programs, for a total of 57 programs with 6,136 participants.
The theme is also reflected in the interior spaces. At the “Recovery Library,” visitors can express their thoughts and feelings in writing, while at “Bojeonggil” they can enjoy viewing artworks and coloring activities. “Chaeksolgil” is a space where visitors can read materials related to recovery while looking out over the central courtyard and multipurpose gymnasium. A video system using information and communications technology (ICT) also shares visitors’ writing and submitted works.
One visitor said, “I came to Bojeong Library for my first morning outing after retirement, and I could feel the thoughtful care for visitors in every space.”
A scene from the Shrinkle key ring talent-sharing program at Bojeong Library in Yongin Special City. Provided by Yongin City.
The library plans to expand cooperation with the senior welfare center and early childhood experience room located in the same center, as well as local cultural organizations, and to offer reading and culture programs for people of all ages.
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A Yongin City official said, “We will offer distinctive programs that reflect residents’ needs and strengthen cooperation with local institutions and organizations, making the library a cultural space in everyday life that everyone can visit and enjoy in comfort.”
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