Welcome to the website of the Libary of 100 Languages!

The Library of 100 Languages is a project for the year in which Linz is European Capital of Culture, scheduled for the period between October 2 and November 30 in the library container at Schillerplatz square.

Especially citizens of Linz with a migratory background, that is, roughly one fourth of this city's population, are invited to provide books on loan in their respective mother-tongue. This "language treasure trove" is meant to reflect reading habits, offer insights into mostly strange worlds, and above all become a strong signal for a multicultural Capital of Culture.

Loan us one book in your mother-tongue and make the Library of 100 Languages a strong signal for a multicultural Capital of Culture!

This project will also include a series of accompanying events focusing specifically on children and teenagers and involving the linguistic communities of Linz.

Our website provides the following services:

• General information about the project – see FAQs (frequently asked questions)
• Current information on the schedule of events – see News and Events
• List of books already loaned to the library

Library hours: October 2 - November 30, 2009 (Mon-Sat 2pm-10pm; Sun 10am-6pm)
Opening ceremony: October 2, Landesbibliothek OÖ (Schillerplatz 2).
Location: Schillerplatz 2, 4010 Linz (on Landstrasse, near the intersection with Goethestrasse)
Materials we need: all types of books, paperbacks, and magazines in any language.
When to bring your books: during opening hours
Insurance: Each loaned item (whether book, paperback, or magazine) is insured based on its current value (up to 40 euros)
Website: www.bibliothekder100sprachen.at
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Phone: 0732-664071
Return of loaned materials/books: December 1-31, 2009

Library of the 100 languages

Lend us a book in your native language and that way make the "Library of 100 languages" a distinctive symbol for a multicultural cultural capital.

We are interested in individual details to each book: Who brings it to us, where it is from, which section has particular importance for you (see tearable bookmark on the back).