The National Library collection never stops growing. That’s why a new repository is needed; to ensure the secure and energy-neutral storage of the collection for the long-term.

Archiving materials is one of the core tasks of the KB. We don’t just want to do our work as well as we can, we also want to document everything properly. Especially when it comes to our digital repository.

In order to keep material accessible for the long term, it is important to formulate principles as an organisation. Read more about the preservation policy of the KB.

Foekje Boersma is Head of the Collection Preservation Department. She specialises in sustainable collection management: taking care of the printed collections, while keeping a careful eye on energy and resources.

Are you a journalist looking for an expert on old books, libraries or science? Would you like to film or photograph in the KB? Or do you want to do research in the KB for your article in the press? Our press officer will be happy to assist you.

The e-Depot of the KB, the national library of the Netherlands, has been awarded the CoreTrustSeal for Trustworthy Data Repositories. 

The KB, the National Library of the Netherlands, has signed a multiyear contract with library software maker Ex Libris for the use of their digital archiving system Rosetta.

Would you like to see with your own eyes where all these millions of books, magazines and microfilms are kept? Or take a closer look at special pieces from our collection? Read more about our guided tours and presentations.

Are you a KB member? Or are you planning a visit to the KB? Find all the information you need about visting and memberships here.

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