State Library - Special Collections

The State Library is the oldest part of Kassel University Library. Its history dates back to the 16th century. Together, the team of the Special Collections and the "Hassiaca" look after the historical heritage of the old Kassel State Library. [Read more]

Due to extensive collection relocations, the special reading room will be closed from 2 September until probably 19 November 2024.
Manuscripts, bequests, historical music and other historical special collections can only be made available digitally during this time. Please contact the Special Collections for this.

Telephone: +49 561 804-7340
Telephone: +49 561 804-7315

Monday to Thursday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Virtual Exhibition

En détail - Treasures from our Special Collections
This virtual exhibition presents a small selection from more than ten thousand manuscripts and numerous historical prints.

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Digitale Sammlungen

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Hassiaca

Legal deposit, research on regional studies, holdings, literature about and from North Hesse, newspapers, address books, maps, graphics collection, musica practica, Hassiaca Digital

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Special Collections

Manuscripts, manuscript catalogues, music, prints, historical libraries, bequests, projects, digital copies, book sponsorships, legal matters/forms

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