A library designed for children
Popular to girls over 48 months
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Address
Donam Kolon Haneulchae, Seongbuk-gu Public Arirang Children's Library, 75, Arirang-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Contact
Facilities
Nursing room, Diaper changing table, Parking
Reservation
Same-day visits and on-site registration (reservations unavailable)
Open/Closes
Mon Regular closed day Tue 09:00 ~ 18:00 Wed 09:00 ~ 18:00 Thu 09:00 ~ 18:00 Fri 09:00 ~ 18:00 Sat 09:00 ~ 18:00 Sun 09:00 ~ 18:00
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Popular Ages of Arirang Children's Library
Arirang Children's Library is
popular to over 48 months girls
under 12 months | |
from 12 to 24 months | |
from 24 to 48 months | |
over 48 months |
boys
44%
girls
56%
Prices & Programs of Arirang Children's Library
- [Admission]
- Free
- [Visitor Information]
- Parking lot address: Cinema Building, 4 Arirang-ro 12-gil
Parenting Tips for Arirang Children's Library
- The second floor mainly has picture books for young children, and there's a picture book room where you can read to your child.
- Mats for young children are laid between the bookshelves so children can crawl around safely.
- There's a nursing room and a diaper-changing table in the restroom, as well as a urinal for boys in the women's restroom.
- There's a coloring activity your kids can try freely.
- On the third floor, there's a 3D printer and a magnifying glass you can try using.
- Self-service borrowing is available at a kiosk, and if you have a Seongbuk Cultural Foundation membership card, you can borrow 5 books per person.
- Group tours for childcare institutions or elementary schools take place every Wednesday and Thursday, 10:30 ~ 11:00, so keep that in mind when planning your visit.
- When the library has events, there may be noise in the reading room.
- Dokseo Pyeongseol and the English magazine (animal and you) arrive once a month and can only be read inside the library.
- Drinks cannot be brought in, so you'll need to leave them at the drink storage area.
- There's a commercial building parking lot, but only paying customers of the businesses can use it.
- A one-hour parking voucher for the Arirang Cine Center parking lot is distributed on the library's first floor, so you can park at Arirang Cine Center.
A dream space where kids can run and play freely, Arirang Children's Library
Location and overview
- Located at 75 Arirang-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, in Donam Kolon Haneulchae, Arirang Children's Library is a child-centered cultural space that opened in 2017.
- With a total floor area of about 695 square meters across 3 floors, it stands out for its spacious layout and environment designed especially for children.
Special spaces
- 1st floor: There is an integrated information desk and a welcoming area designed as the "Dagagagil Gallery." At the entrance, artwork colored by children is displayed, and there are also spaces for various clubs and gatherings.
- 2nd floor: There is an infant and children's reading room and a picture book room where babies and children can read and rest freely. All furnishings, including bookshelves and chairs, are designed to match children's height and eye level, and infant mats are placed throughout so little ones can crawl around safely. There is also a nursing room, diaper changing station, and boys' urinal, making it convenient for both children and caregivers.
- 3rd floor: You will find the "Creative Maru" for various creative activities, including use of a 3D printer, the "Thinking Maru" for quiet individual reflection, and a children's reading room for kids only. Self-checkout through a kiosk is also available.
Programs and services for children
- Books meet play: More than just a place to read, the library offers a variety of hands-on activities and classes blended with play culture, as well as reading and play programs for infants and young children such as Book Start Day.
- Participation and communication: Even before the library opened, local children, caregivers, and residents took part in the design and operation, helping create a space everyone could enjoy.
- Special events: Fun events are held regularly, such as the library week "Book Pick" event, where books are chosen by keyword, and sessions for sharing helpful usage tips.
Spaces and services for caregivers
- MomHuey (Mind + Rest): A parents-only space that provides childcare information and reemployment information.
- ON Neighborhood, Connecting Each Other: There are spaces for sharing local news, community activity rooms, and other areas where people of all ages can gather together.
Visitor information and tips
- Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00 to 18:00, closed every Monday
- Parking: Parking in the library building itself is difficult, so please use the Arirang Cine Center parking lot. A 1 hour free parking voucher is available on the 1st floor.
- Benefits for families with multiple children: No special policy for families with multiple children is specified.
- Notes: Pets are not allowed, and group tours are operated every Wednesday and Thursday from 10:30 to 11:00.
- Drinks are not allowed inside and must be stored in the drink storage area.
For families thinking about visiting
"Arirang Children's Library is a welcoming space where children from infants to elementary school students can choose books on their own, read, and relax. With a variety of convenient facilities for caregivers and open community spaces, the whole family can enjoy their time here. Spend some meaningful time with your child at this special library where books, play, and hands-on experiences come together."
FAQ about Arirang Children's Library
What are the opening hours and closed day for Arirang Children's Library?
Arirang Children's Library is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and is regularly closed every Monday.What are the main spaces and amenities available when visiting with a child at Arirang Children's Library?
On the 2nd floor, there is a picture book room centered on books for young children, and infant mats are placed between the bookshelves so kids can play safely. There is also a nursing room, a diaper changing station in the restroom, a boys' urinal in the women's restroom, and a "coloring play" area where children can color freely. On the 3rd floor, you can use a 3D printer and a magnifier.Are there any special programs or hands-on activities at Arirang Children's Library?
At Arirang Children's Library, group tour programs for childcare institutions and elementary schools are held every Wednesday and Thursday from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. On the 3rd floor, children can try a 3D printer and a magnifier, and inside the library, they can enjoy coloring activities and periodically use reading commentary materials and the English magazine animal and you.How can I borrow books from Arirang Children's Library?
Books can be borrowed through the self-checkout kiosk, and if you have a Seongbuk Cultural Foundation library card, you can borrow up to 5 books per person.How can I use parking at Arirang Children's Library?
The commercial building parking lot is paid and can only be used by commercial facility visitors. On the 1st floor of the library, you can receive a 1 hour parking voucher for the Arirang Cine Center parking lot from the information desk, so please use the Arirang Cine Center parking lot. The parking lot address is 4 Arirang-ro 12-gil, Cinema Building.Can I eat food or drink beverages inside Arirang Children's Library?
Food and drinks, including beverages, are not allowed inside the library. Please store drinks in the drink storage area at the entrance, and inside the library, you may drink water only in the designated space provided.
Arirang Children's Library Address
Address: Donam Kolon Haneulchae, Seongbuk-gu Public Arirang Children's Library, 75, Arirang-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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How to make a reservation for Arirang Children's Library?
Same-day visits and on-site registration (reservations unavailable)