Kungliga biblioteket
Open with free admission 6 PM to 12 AM
The National Library of Sweden collects everything published in the country – from books and newspapers to music and video games. During the evening, the library will offer historical lectures and magnificent Baroque music. Brave visitors can also behold the legendary Devil’s Bible.
18:00 - 00:00 — The News Reading Room
Explore almost 400 years of Swedish press history.
18:00 - 18:15 — Vintage commercials
View a selection of classic Swedish TV commercials.
19:00 - 19:30 — KB: The history and collections
Presentation on the National Library’s history and collections.
20:00 - 21:00 — Memory of the nation – collecting everything!
A short documentary with English subtitles followed by a conversation in Swedish.
21:00 - 22:00 — Echoes of the 17th century – Georg Arnold’s world of music
Introducing a unique work from 1651 in collaboration with the Mälardalen Baroque Ensemble.
23:00 - 23:30 — Codex Gigas – the movie about The Devil's Bible
Experience the captivating and haunting story of the world's largest medieval manuscript.
23:30 - 00:00 — Vintage commercials
View a selection of classic Swedish TV commercials.
The library's café Valfrid is open throughout the evening, with full serving rights. The café offers light meals, pastries, and a variety of beverages.
Kungliga biblioteket's website
Address: Humlegårdsgatan 26
Nearest station: Östermalmstorg
