Cultural Programme 2026

Immerse yourself in the new exhibition “Lakes, Mirrors of Switzerland,” explore the mystery of illegibility with us, discover the motif of the Tower of Babel and the theme of hubris in the work of Friedrich Dürrenmatt, and let yourself be enchanted by a rousing spoken word performance at lunchtime. A varied cultural program awaits you in 2026

Current exhibitions

The Swiss National Library regularly organises exhibitions on topics with relevance to Switzerland. Original items from its collections can be viewed either on the premises in Bern or at the Centre Dürrenmatt Neuchâtel.

Current events

The Swiss National Library regularly hosts events such as exhibition openings, readings, lectures, panel discussions, public seminars, soirées, museum nights, workshops and scientific debates.

All exhibitions

This section contains information on exhibitions organised by the Swiss National Library over the past five years.

All events

This section contains information on events hosted by the Swiss National Library over the past five years.

“Gegensprecher” podcast

In the “Gegensprecher” podcast, fascinating guests reveal interesting insights and facts about the exhibitions at the Swiss National Library.

Loans to exhibitions

The Swiss National Library lends objects from its collections to exhibitions organised by other institutions.
https://www.nb.admin.ch/content/snl/en/home/exhibitions-events.html