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The Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek will have a new address starting Friday, October 16: its address will change from Blücherplatz 1 to Eva-Mamlok-Platz 1, 10961 Berlin.

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You can change this page (german version) and other websites to your preferred language. The advantage: you’ll be able to read and explore much more content — including our many events.
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Learning and advice offers for everyone
The ZLB's individual offers and support are aimed at all age groups. Whether you need help with downloading an e-book or with searching for a particular item – we are always happy to advise and offer practical help. At the American Memorial Library (AGB), you can even play the piano, or go on a guided tour of the library with a group of like-minded people.
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Foreign language collections
Are you interested in foreign languages? Discover foreign language literature at our library in Berlin, and countless language courses.
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Funding cuts
2.2 million euros are missing! The ZLB is feeling the cuts. This will affect your library use. You can find information about the changes and how to support us here

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Sundays at the America Memorial Library
We are opening the America Memorial Library (AGB) for you on Sundays from 11.00 to 17.00 / 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Zentral- und Landesbibliothek Berlin (ZLB)
With a total of over 3.5 million individual media and currently 1.5 million visitors a year, the Berlin Central and Regional Library (ZLB) is Germany's largest public library.

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our library card gives you access to e-books, e-audios, e-papers and e-magazines. You can stream films and music for free or get further education - all with your card for 10 euros a year.

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Cinematheque
The ZLB Cinematheque offers the most extensive collection of films accessible to the public offered by any public library in Germany.
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Music library
Where in Berlin can you borrow CDs, sheet music and vinyl records, and stream music? At our music library, of course! Why not have a listen…
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Library card
Whether books, films or works of art – with our library card, you can access various collections throughout Berlin. Apply now! Also for children.

We are committed to creating a new ZLB at Alexanderplatz. But improvements to the Berliner Stadtbibliothek can't wait. That's why we're redesigning several public areas starting in October.

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