title: Zeeland Library
text: # Zeeland Library
  
  The Zeeland Library (Zeeuwse Bibliotheek) in Middelburg, Netherlands, is the official library of Zeeland and the academic library of University College Roosevelt.
  
  ## History
  
  The library was founded in 1985, when scientific, provisional, public, and specialized libraries were merged into one, creating the largest cultural institution in Zeeland and one of the Netherlands major libraries.
  
  ## Books & services
  
  The library employs 180 staff and lends about 620,000 publications annually. It serves as a provincial service organization, advising institutions and other libraries, offering specialized services in all book-related areas.
  
  Zeeland Library stages and develops cultural events, shows, and educational programs.
  
  ## Opening hours
  
  Zeeland Regional Library opens from:
  
  * 5:30-9:00 pm on Mondays
  * 10:00 am–9:00 pm Tuesday-Friday
  * 10:00 am–1:30 pm Saturdays
  
  The library is closed on Sundays.
  
  