During the period from 1954 to 1986, the National Library of Pakistan was housed in the building of the Pakistan Public Library, which was located in Karachi. The Pakistan Public Library was established in 1954 and served as the national library of the country until 1986, when the National Library of Pakistan was established in its current location in Islamabad. The Pakistan Public Library was a comprehensive library that contained a wide range of materials, including books, documents, periodicals, newspapers, and other resources. It was an important center for research and learning, and was used by scholars, students, and the general public alike.