Founded in 1895, this historic public library in Dreta de l'Eixample is renowned for its specialized research collections on Freemasonry, the labor movement, and social history. Housed in an ornate 19th-century building featuring a grand staircase with a replica of the Statue of Liberty and antique wooden reading rooms, it functions as both an architectural landmark and an active cultural center.
A seated, stripped-back venue.
Biblioteca Pública Arús is an ornate 19th-century research library featuring dark wood bookcases, antique decor, and specialized collections on Freemasonry and social history.
It is located at Passeig de Sant Joan 26 in the Dreta de l'Eixample neighborhood of Barcelona.
The library hosts guided architectural tours, book presentations, and cultural lectures. Full schedule on Mood.