Modern facade of The Black Diamond library in Copenhagen, with black granite and glass architecture.

Photo Credit: Laura Stamer: Det Kgl. Bibliotek

Historical treasury
filled with culture

Explore The Black Diamond – Royal Danish Library and Cultural Landmark

The Black Diamond is a spectacular addi- tion to the Royal Danish Library that of- fers both cultural experiences and history. Here you can experience a varied concert program, go for exciting talks and debates with international writers and thinkers or you can explore current exhibitions.

The Black Diamond is much more than a handful of reading rooms, where students immerse themselves for hours. The library is a unique cultural venue. It houses histori- cal collections that give insight into Euro- pean cultural traditions back to ancient times – experience, among other things, Marina Abramovi's Exhibition Abramovi' Method for Treasures which includes some of the library's greatest treasures.

The Black Diamond, consecrated in 1999, is in itself worth a visit. It has a shape as a rhombus and has a 2500 m2 black granite façade. Inside the building, there is a fascinating painting in the ceiling made by Per Kirkeby, and the atrium in the mid- dle of the house is illuminated by the day- light.

If you need a break from the modern architecture, the current exhibitions or the

historical reading room, you can enjoy the view of the water from the library with a cup of coffee in the cafe, a delicious meal in the restaurant or visit the store with the unique items.

Interior of The Black Diamond library atrium, with view of the water through the glass facade.

Photo Credit: Laura Stamer: Det Kgl. Bibliotek