Oberlausitzische Bibliothek der Wissenschaften, Museum library at Neißstraße 30, Görlitz, Germany.
The Oberlausitzische Bibliothek der Wissenschaften is a scholarly library in central Görlitz, housed in a historic building on Neißstraße. It holds a large collection of old books and manuscripts, including rare printed works from several centuries.
The library was formed in 1950 by merging two older collections: the Upper Lusatian Society of Sciences and the Milich Library. The Milich Library itself goes back to a private donation made in the early 18th century.
The library takes its name from Upper Lusatia, a region that today spans both Germany and Poland. Visitors can browse books in German, Latin, and other languages, which reflects the mixed character of this border area.
The library is open to the public and can be visited without a prior appointment, making it accessible even for travelers without a specific research interest. It is worth checking the current opening hours before you go, as they may vary by season.
Among the rare works in the collection is a Bible printed by Francysk Skaryna, one of the first printers to publish books in a Slavic vernacular language. This copy is considered one of the most prized items in the entire holdings.
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