Apostolic Library set to reopen after renovation

September 13, 2010

The Vatican Apostolic Library will reopen next week after a 3-year renovation project.

At a September 13 press conference-- chaired by Cardinal Raffaele Farina, the Vatican librarian and archivist-- the renovation experts explained their efforts to stabilize the structure, strengthening vulnerable sections of the building and bringing it into conformity with modern safety codes.

 

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Further information:

• Reopening of the Vatican Apostolic Library (VIS)