Rehabilitation of Saint Joseph University’s Oriental Library

The Oriental Library of Saint Joseph University is home to an extraordinary collection of manuscripts and rare books. The blast on 4 August 2020 explosion caused structural damage to the library’s building and damage to its conservation facilities (such as cold rooms and dehumidifiers). After assessing the damage, teams repaired the walls and ceilings, and the doors and windows replaced. It was re-opened to the public in March 2022 at a ceremony attended by ALIPH Executive Director Valéry Freland, and now the library is being used once again by students and researchers.