State Library - Special Collections

Landesbibliothek KasselImage: Paavo Blåfield

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 construction work, the special collections reading room will be closed from 17 July 2023 and is not expected to reopen before the end of the year.

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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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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