The Koventareios Municipal Library is a municipal library in Kozani, Greece, with a history connected to the city’s School of Kozani and collections that include manuscripts, maps and local historical material.
- Address: Konstantinou Davaki 9, Kozani 50132, Greece.
- Admission: Free to visit, according to Visit West Macedonia.
- Accessibility: The Visit West Macedonia listing describes the library as accessible to people with disabilities.
- From Aliakmon Hotel: Kozani city centre is about a 3-minute walk; a 3-star hotel in Kozani.
About the Koventareios Municipal Library
The Koventareios Municipal Library grew from Kozani’s educational and scholarly traditions, with early roots tied to the School of Kozani, established in the late 17th century. Georgios (Gregory) Kontaris taught at the school from 1676 to 1679, and the library’s early history is connected to his work.
Kozani merchants and scholars living in Central Europe helped build the collections through donations. Today, the holdings include more than 102,000 books, 421 manuscripts, 361 document codices and 140,000 loose documents, alongside a digital collection of more than 1,000,000 pages.
The manuscripts include items dating back to 1022. Early printed works range from 1494 to 1912, including seven incunabula dating from 1494 to 1500. The map collection features the 12-page Charta by Rigas Velestinlis, dated 1796–1797, and a four-page world map by Anthimos Gazis, dated 1800.
Other historical holdings include an archaeological collection, photographs, the Psarianos library and a local historical archive. If you are planning a wider cultural day, the Archaeological Museum of Kozani visitor guide covers another local collection.
Where is the library in Kozani?
The library is at Konstantinou Davaki 9, Kozani 50132, Greece. It is in Kozani city centre, an area you can pair with a walk through central streets and civic landmarks.
For a route that puts the library into a broader stroll, use this walking guide to Kozani city centre to plan the rest of your time on foot.
Visitor access and opening details to verify
Visit West Macedonia describes the library as free to visit and accessible to people with disabilities. Opening schedules can vary, so check the Municipality of Kozani’s official site before you go. The library’s listed telephone number is +30 2461 049319.
Opening hours
- Monday to Friday: 8:00–20:00
- Saturday and Sunday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Access to the library’s own archive is governed by its internal operating regulations. If your visit is specifically for archival research, contact the library in advance to clarify the access process and arrangements.
Include the library in a city visit
Set aside time for the library’s historical collections if manuscripts, early printed works or maps are part of your interests. Its local archive and archaeological holdings also connect the visit with Kozani’s history, while the city-centre setting makes it straightforward to combine with other cultural stops.
Keep the focus of your visit clear: general library access and consultation of archival material may involve different arrangements. Confirm the details that apply to your plans before setting out.
FAQs
How many manuscripts does the library hold?
The collections include 421 manuscripts, with the oldest dating to 1022.
Does the library have historic maps?
Yes. Its map collection includes Rigas Velestinlis’s 12-page Charta and a four-page world map by Anthimos Gazis.
Can you consult the library’s archive?
Access to the library’s own archive follows its internal operating regulations, so contact the library to clarify arrangements.