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Egyptian Book of the DeadThe oldest object from the holdings of the Austrian National Library -
Ancient originalsAround 400 fascinating objects -
Fascinating EgyptWelcome to the Papyrus Museum
Research facility of global renown
With 180,000 objects, the Department of Papyri of the Austrian National Library is one of the largest and most important collections of ancient manuscripts in the world. It holds texts written on papyrus and other writing material of former times such as parchment, ostraca, leather and wood panels. Every one of our objects is a unique original document from ancient times. A representative selection is to be seen at the » Papyrus Museum.
The library, the collections and museums are open as usual.
Please bring your 2G proof. FFP2 masks have to be worn everywhere in the building. Also at the reading desks.
The Austrian National Library will automatically extend all currently valid annual library cards of all categories free of charge after the reopening for the duration of the corona-related closure period (20 days). Holders do not have to take any further steps.
The library and the collections are closed on 6 January 2022.
In the museums the regular opening hours are valid. Exception: On Monday 3 January 2022 the museums are open.
