The Book Museum in Astana is a museum under the National Academic Library, featuring a collection of more than 13,000 rare books, ancient manuscripts, and unique editions, including 16th-century leather-bound books. There is also a corner dedicated to Zaki Akhmetov.
The Book Museum is a wonderful place that preserves the rich heritage of written and printed culture. It is located in the building of the National Academic Library and serves as a repository of rare books, ancient manuscripts, and unique editions, including rare leather-bound volumes and a collection exceeding 13,000 items. Among the exhibits, a particularly remarkable piece is an ancient book dated 1532, made of leather.
There is also a corner dedicated to the scholar Zaki Akhmetov, which holds his personal library — a testament to respect for science and the memory of outstanding individuals. The museum builds a bridge between the past and the present, allowing each visitor to touch the history of the written word and appreciate the beauty of the book as an object — not merely a carrier of information, but also a work of art and a symbol of cultural memory.
Working hours:
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Mon–Fri (09:00–18:00)
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Last Friday of the month — cleaning day
Contacts:
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+7 (7172) 47 26 69
