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.
New exhibition
Photography Now!
in The Black Diamond
The World Around Us
This exhibition at The Black Diamond takes us through the history of photography and a world in transformation. Turn your gaze outward and see the world around us from new angles.
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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Children's Library: Ghost pictures
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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Music Festival Days in The Black Diamond 2026 - Ticket for both Friday and Saturday
Three days of classical music throughout every corner of The Black Diamond! Experience Danish and international artists, and, and as something new, Sunday is dedicated to children and their adults.
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Music Festival Days in The Black Diamond 2026 - Friday
The first day of the festival presents Matthias Schorn, Quatuor Danel, Torleif Thedéen and the narrative concert 'The Little Prince' with acor Søren Sætter-Lassen.
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Music Festival Days in The Black Diamond 2026 – Saturday
On the second day of Music Festival Days in The Black Diamond, you can experience Michala Petri, Mathias Hammer, Trio con Brio Copenhagen, a gala concert featuring the participants, and much more.
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Music Festival Days in The Black Diamond 2026 – Sunday for Children
The third day of Music Festival Days at The Black Diamond is dedicated to children. Fasten your seatbelts for a musical journey around the world, where everyone can broaden their musical horizons!
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Children's Library: Music Festival Days
Visit our children's universe – this time it's full of music!
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BookTalks: Einar Lövdahl
Experience Icelandic Einar Lövdahl, the author behind the novel 'Gennemtræk' at BookTalks on Tuesday 22 September.
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Thought Leadership Stage: Culture as a Means of Power with Martin Gelin (SE) and Lotte Folke Kaarsholm
Soft power in hard times. Meet journalist and author Martin Gelin for a conversation about the role of culture in the struggle for world order.
Free entrance - Explore Royal Danish Library's greatest
TREASURES
Stranger Than Kindness
Virtual exhibition
about Nick Cave
Permanent
Danish photography
The world around us
Exhibition
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An Exhibition of Cultural Heritage
Everything you did not know we had
Victor Albecksvej, Aarhus
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New exhibition
Photography Now!
in The Black Diamond
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More about culture in The Black Diamond
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 DKK 40 and last-minute offers on cultural events at The Black Diamond.
Green Attraction
The exhibitions at The Black Diamond are Green Attraction certified
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.