A major chapter in Monaco’s cultural life is coming to a close as the Principality’s three Médiathèque sites prepare to shut temporarily before reopening together under one roof later this year.
The Bibliothèque Louis Notari, Vidéothèque-Sonothèque José Notari, and Bibliothèque Princesse Caroline-Ludothèque will close to the public on Saturday 20th September. On the eve of this milestone, Friday 19th September, a festive evening from 6pm to 10pm at the Bibliothèque Louis Notari will bring staff and the public together for a symbolic farewell filled with music, conviviality and shared memories.
A new cultural hub
The weeks that follow will see an ambitious move as all three services are brought together at a new address on 5 Promenade Honoré II. The building, named Médiathèque Caroline, was unveiled earlier this year by Mayor Georges Marsan and his first deputy Camille Svara, Delegate to the Médiathèque. Designed as a modern and welcoming space, it will cater to children, teenagers, families, students and researchers alike.
What awaits at Médiathèque Caroline
The centralised structure will continue to provide Monaco with a wide-ranging cultural offering, free and accessible to all. Visitors can look forward to simplified access to collections, digital services, and cultural events, while also enjoying a place for meetings, exchanges and learning.
Grand reopening in December
The official reopening of Médiathèque Caroline is set for Thursday 11th December 2025, when the public will be welcomed into the new space. Until then, the Médiathèque invites readers to explore its extensive digital offer on mediatheque.mc, including press, film, music, literature and training. Updates on the move and sneak peeks of the new venue will also be shared on the Médiathèque’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
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