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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.
The Black Diamond, Old Reading Room
Permanent
TREASURES in Royal Danish Library
Explore Royal Danish Library's greatest treasures in our permanent exhibition TREASURES. We have free entrance.
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Between Heaven and Earth – Sorcery books, alchemy and occult photography
Enter a world where man has sought answers for centuries – in the movements of the stars, in the whispers of spirits, in the hidden powers of nature, and in the forgotten knowledge of ancient books.
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KLANG Festival 2025
Come to a performance on the Harbour Quay, a "silent concert" in the Atrium and a concert in the Queen's Hall with Ensemble intercontemporain!
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Friday Jazz on the quay: Grand Slam Organ Jazz trio
Get in the summer mood in the afternoon sun with a tribute to the organ jazz of the 50s and 60s - with free admission!
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The Royal Life Guards Band: Tribute to Carl Nielsen
Carl Nielsen turns 160! Come and hear The Royal Life Guards Band celebrate one of Denmark's greatest composers with Mathias Hammer as compére.
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Invitation: Opening of the special exhibition Between Heaven and Earth
Join us as we open this year's major special exhibition. Enjoy a glass of bubbles and explore thousands of years of fascination with what lies between heaven and earth.
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Friday Jazz on the quay: Smuk Zvuk
Get in the summer mood in the afternoon sun with beautiful jazz from Victoria Søndergaard and Klára Pudláková - with free admission!
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International Authors' Stage: Nino Haratischwili (GE)
Meet the award-winning German-Georgian author, playwright and director Nino Haratischwili at International Authors' Stage.
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The Children's Library: Make your own fun shield
In our children's universe, which is open every other Saturday, you can explore the magical world of books and immerse yourself in creative workshops with room for play and fun for the whole family.
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Friday Jazz on the quay: Jonas Johansen Adventure Trio
Get in the summer mood in the afternoon sun with world-class Danish jazz when three mature musicians tell their musical story - with free admission!
Best Book Work of the Year 2024
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Photo exhibition
The camera and us
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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.
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Royal Danish Library's audience network for students. Sign up and get discounts and last minute offers on culture in 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.