Gennadius Library
Opened in 1926 with the 26,000 volume collection of diplomat and bibliophile Joannes Gennadius, the Gennadius Library houses rare books and bindings, research materials, manuscripts, archives, and works of art that illuminate Hellenism, Greece, and neighboring civilizations from antiquity to modern times. Rare maps of the Mediterranean, early editions of Homer's Iliad and Odyssey and a laurel wreath belonging to Lord Byron are just some of the unique items to be found here.
In addition to its role as an internationally renowned library and research institution, the Library is an active participant in the Athenian and international cultural community through its public lectures, seminars, concerts, exhibitions, and publications.
Come visit us at 61 Souidias Street • 106 76 Athens • Tel. 210-7210536
Gennadeion News
View AllDecember 10, 2018
Hours of the Blegen library during the Christmas holidays
During the Christmas holiday period, the Blegen library will be closed to visitors on the following days: December 24, 25, 26, 31 and January 1. No new cards will be issued and no orientations will take place between December 24th and January 6th.
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December 10, 2018
VIDEOCAST - The Glittering Sound of Imperial Violence: The Music for the Feast of the Exaltation on the Cross of Hagia Sophia
Bissera V. Pentcheva, Professor of Art History, Stanford University
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December 7, 2018
Gennadius Library hosts the 9th meeting of the Athens Archaeological Research Libraries
At the meeting of the Athens Archaeological Research Libraries, the Gennadius Library shared recent programming and updates to the reclassification project.
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