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Bibliotheque Albert I / Bibliotheek Albert I Description
Although named after King Albert I the library is actually of much older origin, having been founded during the period of Burgundian rule. Its stock now comprises more than three million volumes together with a valuable collection of manuscripts. The library incorporates several interesting museums; also the Chapelle St Georges (1520), part of an earlier mansion belonging to the Nassau family.
Hobbies & Activities category: Library;  Manor or country house;  Christian sites
Bibliotheque Albert I / Bibliotheek Albert I Highlights

Book Museum

The Musée du Livre (Book Museum) which, in addition to outlining the history of books from antiquity to the present day, has exhibitions of manuscripts, reconstructed interiors of the studies used
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Literature Museum

The Musée de la Littérature (Literature Museum) contains literary manuscripts by mainly French-speaking authors; and the Graphics Room has a collection of more than 5,000 engraving plates etc.

Print Museum

The Musée de l'Imprimerie (Printing Museum) illustrates the history of printing and bookbinding.
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Cost
Adult15.00 Euros
Transit
Metro: Station: Gare Centrale; Bus: 20, 29, 34, 38, 65, 66, 71, 95, 96; Tram: 92, 93, 94.
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