Use of manuscripts and items from the special collections

Because of their unique character and, in some cases, fragile nature manuscripts and other items from the special collections, especially artists' books, are subject to particular conditions of use. These restrictions are necessary in order to guarantee the adequate treatment of unique and fragile objects which may require cautious and complex conservation measures before they can be studied by scholars.

Manuscripts, incunabula, artists' books and other items from the special collections may be studied only in the manuscript reading-room in the Bibliotheca Augusta. This reading-room is open to the public from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In order to allow due preparation time for the objects and to avoid unnecessary delay, it is recommended that users make written requests to the Department of Manuscripts and Special Collections at least three days before they wish to consult a specific item. This application should clearly indicate the academic purpose as well as providing an outline of the topic under research.

Applications and written inquiries should be directed to the following address:
Herzog August Bibliothek, Handschriftenabteilung, Postfach 1364, 38299 Wolfenbüttel
E-Mail: auskunft@hab.de
Fax: +49 (0)5331/808 165

For further inquiries please call: +49 (0)5331/808 114