Welcome to the Central Library
Open today
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Information from the Central Library
opening hours
Monday | 10:00 - 19:00 | |
Tuesday | 10:00 - 19:00 | |
Wednesday | 13:00 - 19:00 | |
Thursday | 09:00 - 19:00 | |
Friday | 10:00 - 19:00 | |
Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
return
There are return boxes in front of the library entrance. If the library is closed, you can drop off media here. Please note the opening times of the “Forum am Wall”. These are usually: Mon to Fri: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Media returns are not possible on Sundays and public holidays.
Local service
- Barrier-free access
- Free WiFi
- Copy & Print
- PC workstations
- changing table
- Coffee machine
Contact
News from the Central Library
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»Books and readers… seen picturesquely«
This year, 15 exhibitors from the Kunstverein Huchting eV have developed a very special project for the Stadtbibliothek ...
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New listening location opened in the central library
The Central Library is now part of the LauschOrte audio walk. Visitors can find out more about the topic of book burning at the listening station.
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Restrictions in the Central Library
From June 26th to July 26th there may be restrictions due to construction noise in the Central Library.
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»Our favorite pictures from the graph library – a selection«
Take a look at our favorite images from the Graphothek's inventory...
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In conversation with Dr. Melike Peterson
In our current podcast episode we talk to Dr. Melike Peterson on her research on social meeting places in cities and the female perspective on libraries.
Appointments in the Central Library
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Picture book cinema in the central library: “Henri and Henriette are going on vacation”
What is it about?
A picture book cinema with reading and storytelling for children aged 4 and over...
When and where?
July 23, 2024 from 4:00 p.mFree appointment
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Immerse yourself in the world of the Seawalkers
What is it about?
An exciting rally based around the Seawalkers book series.
When and where?
July 24, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.mFree appointment
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Literature at Four
What is it about?
Together we talk about literature in a relaxed atmosphere.
When and where?
July 24, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.mFree appointment
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»LanguageCafé«
What is it about?
German learners meet to speak together.
When and where?
July 25, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.mFree appointment
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»Zine workspace: The library as a place of remembrance«
What is it about?
Open workspace with Dr. Melike Peterson. Public libraries are important places of remembrance...
When and where?
July 26, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.mFree appointment