Library

The Institute for Digital Cultural Heritage Studies library is located in the Fachbibliothek Historicum at LMU Munich. It is a specialized library for humanities and cultural studies, offering extensive collections, modern workspaces, and digital resources. It supports academic research and education through its tailored resources, events, and a productive study environment.

Glass facade of the Historicum in the evening.

The Fachbibliothek Historicum at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) Munich is a specialized library focused on the humanities and cultural studies. Located in the Historic Seminar building on Amalienstraße, it serves as a central resource for students and researchers in the fields of history, art, and cultural studies at LMU.
The library offers an extensive collection of academic literature, including monographs, journals, reference works, and digital resources, specifically tailored to the needs of students and researchers in the historical sciences. It covers a wide range of topics, including history, art history, archaeology, ethnology, and related disciplines.
In addition to its extensive collection, the Fachbibliothek Historicum features modern workspaces and technical facilities that provide a productive environment for users. These include computer workstations, Wi-Fi access, copying and scanning services, and quiet reading rooms for focused study.
The library also regularly hosts events, lectures, and exhibitions that foster the exchange of knowledge and networking within the academic community. It plays a vital role in academic education and research at LMU by providing both physical and digital resources that facilitate access to current knowledge and scholarly discussions.