Originally a wire factory built in 1963 and transformed into a cultural complex in 2018, the F1963 Library is a specialized art library that transcends its origins in urban regeneration, enriching both the senses and the spirit through art.
The library holds rare books, art catalogues, records, and digital resources in the fields of art, architecture, photography, and music. Through a variety of educational programs, it offers a cultural space where visitors can explore the world of art through books and deepen their engagement with life.
Library Overview
- Library Name: F1963 Art Library
- Address: 20, Gurak-ro 123beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan
- Facilities: Gross Floor Area 1,022㎡
Floor | Spaces |
1F | – Zone A: The Pit (rare book stacks), art book stacks, reading room – Zone B: Rare book room, lecture room, audiovisual room |
- Parking: Parking Lots 1, 2, and 3
- Staff: 2 (including 1 librarian and 1 designer)
- Opened: 2018
Main Features
- Art library housed in a repurposed industrial facility
- Specialized collections in art, photography, music, and architecture
- Art-focused resources, including rare books, catalogues raisonnés, El Croquis, photobooks, and musical scores
- Art academy programs and cultural activities fostering engagement with the arts
Nearby Attractions: Cultural Venues, Parks, Temples, and Local Dining
- Busan Museum of Art
- Busan Cinema Center
- Kukje Gallery Busan
- Goeun Museum of Photography
- Suyeonggang Human Bridge and Sculpture Park
- Gwangalli Beach and Millak Waterfront Park