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.
Events and exhibitions
Great experiences based on the library's unique collections of cultural heritage.
See the exhibition until 9 August 2026
Press Photo of the Year
at The Black Diamond
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.
May
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The classics with Klaus Rothstein: Selma Lagerlöf
ONLY ANNUAL PASS – Klaus Rothstein once again dives into original materials from Royal Danish Library. We zoom in on the author as a letter writer, and the author is Selma Lagerlöf herself.
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Trio con Brio Copenhagen: New Voices (2:3)
This evening, Trio con Brio Copenhagen returns with yet another new work, this time by Rune Glerup. And then the trio becomes a quintet again with two new voices in classical music.
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Children's Library: Create your own picture frame
Our children's universe is open every Sunday. You can explore the imaginative world of books and immerse yourself in creative workshops with room for the whole family to have fun.
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BookTalks: Michael Magee
Experience Michael Magee, the author behind the novel "Back to Belfast", at BookTalks May 27th.
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Concerto Copenhagen: Long live Vivaldi!
From Venice, to Denmark and to the rest of the world – Concerto Copenhagen brings to life the music that made Vivaldi world-famous.
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Children's Library: Make your own camera
Our children's universe is open every Sunday. You can explore the imaginative world of books and immerse yourself in creative workshops with room for the whole family to have fun.
June
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Letter Performance: Love (repeat)
Tickets for the first Letter Performance of the year were sold out - and therefore the performance will be reproduced for the summer. Look forward to moving and passionate love letters!
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The classics with Klaus Rothstein: Sigrid Undset
ONLY ANNUAL PASS – Klaus Rothstein once again dives into original materials from Royal Danish Library. We zoom in on the author as a letter writer, and the author is Sigrid Undset herself.
Free entrance - Explore Royal Danish Library's greatest
TREASURES
Stranger Than Kindness
Virtual exhibition
about Nick Cave
Permanent
New photo exhibition
The world around us
opens november 18th
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An Exhibition of Cultural Heritage
Everything you did not know we had
Victor Albecksvej, Aarhus
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See the exhibition until 9 August 2026
Press Photo of the Year
at The Black Diamond
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Special exhibition 2 March - 9 August 2026
Jytte Rex
Dreams and furious laughter
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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.
Use your Culture Pass in The Black Diamond
Young people between the ages of 15 and 24 who have been given a Culture Pass can use it for The Black Diamond's exhibitions, concerts and events.