The Gutenberg Library
The Gutenberg Library is one of Germany's largest libraries specialized in the history of books, printing, and script. This includes the entire sector of book sciences and book design, printing and typography, as well as artistic graphic print techniques. The library contains about 98,000 titles from seven centuries and constitutes the heart of the exhibition activities of the Gutenberg Museum. At the same time, it is a reference and research library that can be used free of charge by all interested users.
The historical holdings can be researched worldwide on the online catalogue.
Visitor Service
Opening Hours
Please note: The Gutenberg Library is closed on 22 November and from 23 December to 06 January 2025.
| Tue – Fri: |
9 am – 1 pm / 2 pm – 5.30 pm Last admission: 4.30 pm |
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Mon, Sat, Sun, public holidays |
closed |
Please note that there may be restrictions in the opening hours. For this reason, we ask you kindly to announce your visit by mail or telephone.
Using the Library
The library is equipped with a reading hall with 16 work stations, a microfiche reading device, and a copier/book scanner.
Please contact us in advance if you would like to work with the holdings of the Gutenberg Museum.
Research:The holdings can be researched on the Online catalog.
Book orders: Please order desired titles in advance where possible, either in writing, per telephone or via e-mail to prevent waiting times.
Contact
Gutenberg Library Mainz
Gutenberg-Carré
Ernst-Ludwig-Platz 2
55116 Mainz
Mail: gutenberg-bibliothekstadt.mainzde
Phone: +49 6131 – 12 2623
Fax.: +49 6131 – 12 3488
Catalogues
Online Catalogue of the Gutenberg Library
Incunabula Catalogue
Our approximately 3300 incunabula are partly searchable in the following catalogues: