The Šilalė District Municipal Public Library organises educational excursions called 'Mysteries of the House of Books'.

During the tour, participants learn about the history of the library, which is one of the oldest institutions in Šilalė. It has been operating since 1937. It is therefore fascinating to learn how it evolved from a small library with just 39 readers to a vibrant hub with thousands of readers and an extensive collection of publications.

The modern, four-storey library hosts events, training sessions and exhibitions and is equipped with the latest IT technology, from Lego construction sets to 3D printers. Not to mention the 3-metre-high tower of books, as well as various other spaces, including an internet reading room, an interactive youth space with a small 3D cinema, a puzzle room and a toy library. Visitors can also stroll among the shelves, which are filled with thousands of books. When you come here, you will discover many secrets relating to science, knowledge, and innovation.

Did you know that the Šilalė District Municipal Public Library:

1. Collects and compiles material on 62 famous people from the district, including: Aleksandras Stulginskis, Stasys Girėnas, Jurgis Kairys, Dionizas Poška, Kazimieras Jaunius and Norbertas Vėlius, among others?
2. Šilalė Library pioneered trivia nights and quizzes in the district. It is believed that the first trivia night in Šilalė took place around 35 years ago.
3. They created the first interactive educational game, 'Flight over Šilalė'.
4. The current director is the 16^th head of the institution.
5. A book of ancient Šilalė region dishes was published, titled ‘Pasmuokavuok, kap skane’, which includes the recipe for the famous Lithuanian dish ‘Meškuos šūduks’.

You will hear these and other lesser-known facts during the tour.

The tour lasts about 30 minutes.

It is free of charge.

It is led by Rima Norvilienė, a professional guide and the head of the Communication and Innovation Department at the Šilalė District Municipal Public Library.

Advance registration is required by calling cell: +370 696 69086 or emailing rima.norviliene@silalesbiblioteka.lt