Work or Study All Day for Under P300 at This Makati Library

(SPOT.ph) It's no secret that public libraries are scarce in the Metro. People looking to get work or studies done often do so in coffee shops or co-working spaces, places which can sometimes can get noisy and cramped. If you're in Makati City and are looking for a quiet place to stay and work, consider heading to the Filipinas Heritage Library at the Ayala Museum. Complete your research, work, or study at this space for only P300 per day per person.

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Here's why you should visit the Filipinas Heritage Library:

The Filipinas Heritage Library is located on the sixth floor of the Ayala Museum. This privately managed space is home to over 10,000 Filipiniana volumes published from 1946 to the present. This includes books and audiovisual materials on literature, history, and the social sciences; coffee table books and manuals; anthologies and journals; and graphic novels—and that's just the central holdings. Other smaller sections are dedicated to rare books, presidential letters, and even a memorial for executed World War II families. 

Aside from using the library for specialized research into Philippine culture and history, you can also use the Filipinas Heritage Library (FHL) to accomplish work and study goals. The library is open to the public on Wednesdays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the morning and 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the afternoon and has ample space to work, have meetings, and study peacefully.

Aside from being a safe workspace, the FHL has ancillary services like scanning, printing, and photocopying. And while libraries are strictly a quiet zone, meaning, indoor voices at a minimum, there are also meeting rooms that you can rent for up to six users at an additional P200 per day to take meetings and calls while enjoying a view of the Makati skyline.

What are the rates for the Filipinas Heritage Library?

Entrance to the library for an entire day can set you back up to P300 for regular adults, P150 for students, P210 for Senior Citizens and PWDs, or P240 for graduate students, teachers, librarians, Ayala Group employees, Ayala Members, and other cultural workers. The fees include unlimited WiFi access, table space or workspace, access to all the facilities and materials at the FHL, and power sockets to charge your devices. 

Alternatively, if you plan to use the library facilities for a month or over an extended period of time, there are also 30-day access passes you could purchase to help you save some cash. 

How to book the use of the Filipinas Heritage Library?

Walk-in guests can use the Filipinas Heritage Library; however, the management still recommends booking ahead as slots can fill up. Booking in advance lets the FHL staff reserve your workspace and ensure references such as books and audio-visual materials will be available for you. Book your visit in advance by checking out their online booking platform and paying the respective fees online

You can also check their online catalog and website for specific requests and queries. Alternatively, if you're looking for specific materials on Filipino history and culture or need special assistance, you can book an online consultation with their librarians to ensure your visit will be fruitful. There's also the option to scout the Filipinas Heritage Library for 15 minutes for free if you need to do an ocular visit to make sure the space is suitable for your needs.

Here's a virtual tour of the Filipinas Heritage Library for all your study and work needs in Makati:

Filipinas Heritage Library is at 6/F Ayala Museum, Makati Avenue corner De La Rosa Street, Makati City. It is open on Wednesdays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit Filipinas Heritage Library's Facebook page.

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