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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Prelude to Drama in The Black Diamond II: The Father
ANNUAL PASS ONLY – Come and hear about the dramaturgical work of interpreting August Strindberg's classic "The Father".
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Drama in the Diamond II: The Father
This evening you can experience August Strindberg's classic "The Father" in two different interpretations - and with some of the country's most prominent actors on stage.
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Social Reading Club in May
Would you like a quiet afternoon with a good book? Join us for a reading session with Social Reading Club in Tænkepausen at the Royal Danish Library.
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Book Thursday in the Library Garden in May, Aarhus
We invite you to Book Thursdays in collaboration with Aarhus University Press, held one Thursday each month.
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Copenhagen Soloists and Anna Markova: Brahms and Beethoven
Once again, Copenhagen Soloists are guests at the Black Diamond – this time with violinist Anna Markova.
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Children's Library: Create dress-up dolls
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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The travelers
The Danish Chamber Orchestra plays Mendelssohn, Mozart, Gade and Vasks under the direction of conductor Marie Jacquot with Markus Schirmer as soloist.
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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.
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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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.