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The camera and us – the human being in photography 1839-2021
Denmark's first permanent exhibition on the history of photography with humans as motif.
Events and exhibitions at The Black Diamond
Great experiences based on the library's unique collections of cultural heritage in Royal Danish Library's cultural house by the Copenhagen harbour.
Between Heaven and Earth
New magical exhibition
in the Black Diamond
Permanent
TREASURES in Royal Danish Library
Explore Royal Danish Library's greatest treasures in our permanent exhibition TREASURES. We have free entrance.
The Black Diamond, Old Reading Room
Old Reading Room is one of the library's study reading rooms, and it is known and loved for its special atmosphere. The reading room is located in The Black Diamond in Copenhagen.
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Pretalk to Geir Gulliksen: Christian Groes on the modern man
FOR ANNUAL PASSHOLDERS ONLY – Hear gender researcher and author Christian Groes talk about the changing role of men.
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International Authors' Stage: Geir Gulliksen (NO)
When Geir Gulliksen is a guest at International Authors' Stage, it will be about his entire work and the major themes that recur in it: Power relations, gender roles and men's vulnerability.
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The Children's Library: Calendar wheel
In our children's universe, which is open every Sunday, you can explore the magical world of books and immerse yourself in creative workshops with room for fun for the whole family.
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International Authors' Stage: Dan Brown (US) and The Secret of Secrets
One of the world's most widely read authors is a guest at International Authors' Stage. Dan Brown will talk about his new book: The Secret of Secrets.
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Christiana Figueres (CR) in conversation with Rune Lykkeberg
She was the chief architect of the Paris Agreement in 2015 and is considered one of the most visionary leaders in climate change, sustainability and international negotiation. Now she is visiting us.
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Copenhagen Soloists and Christina Bjørkøe: Chopin and Schumann
Come and hear two of the masters of romanticism performed on historical instruments in the Black Diamond.
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The Children's Library: Dream herbs
In our children's universe, which is open every Sunday, you can explore the magical world of books and immerse yourself in creative workshops with room for fun for the whole family.
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The classics with Klaus Rothstein: Agnes Henningsen
FOR ANNUAL PASSHOLDERS ONLY – In this lecture series, we take an enthusiastic look at classic works from literary history that are worth remembering and rereading.
Between Heaven and Earth
New magical exhibition
Until:
Photo exhibition
The camera and us
Until:
Free entrance - Explore Royal Danish Library's greatest
TREASURES
Permanent
The Black Diamond, Copenhagen
In the buildings of Royal Danish Library on Slotsholmen, you can enjoy exhibitions and events, use the reading rooms and visit the cafe, all while enjoying the view of the harbour.
Students Only!
Students Only! is Royal Danish Library's free membership club for students. Join and get tickets for 40 DKK and last-minute offers on cultural events at The Black Diamond.
Annual Pass for The Black Diamond
Welcome to the Diamond Club: Royal Danish Library's culture club. As a member of the Diamond Club, you get access to a wide range of cultural offerings in The Black Diamond.
For children and their adults
We offer activities for children and their adults in their spare time. Here you will find our children's events and practical information about a visit with children in The Black Diamond, Copenhagen.