Riyadh’s King Abdulaziz Public Library restores more than 10,800 rare historical items
RIYADH: The Restoration Center at the King Abdulaziz Public Library in Riyadh has reached a milestone after restoring and treating 10,861 items from the library’s collections, including historical photographs, documents, maps, rare books, manuscripts, newspapers, and periodicals.
The work was carried out using the latest scientific and professional methods for restoration, treatment, disinfection, and preventive conservation, helping preserve the collections, extend their lifespan, and ensure their sustainability for future generations.
The center restored a collection of rare photographs documenting the Two Holy Mosques and the historical and urban development of their surroundings, as well as photographs of Arabian horses and stables belonging to several Saudi kings and princes.
These photographs hold significant historical and national value, capturing important aspects of the Kingdom’s history and heritage.
