Library Closed until February 9, 2021

Due to the confinement annoucement by the Dutch governement on January 12, 2021, the Peace Palace Library will be closed from December 15, 2020 until February 9, 2021.

All online resources will be available during confinement and our programs will run without interruption, with the exception of our Interlibrary Loan (ILL) services.

If you need to contact the Services Desk or you would like to speak to a Librarian, please send an email to library@peacepalace.org. As soon as we are legally able, we will gradually reopen the Library.

For the latest information, please follow our social media channels and sign up for the Library Newsletter.

Stay healthy, stay safe, the PPL Staff

UPDATE NOVEMBER: Library Reopens Tomorrow

Tomorrow, Thursday 19 November, we will reopen the Library!

On November 17, the Dutch government announced that Libraries will be able to reopen again, after a two week closure. This means that the Library Reading Room will reopen its doors to regular full-time hours (10.00-17.00) on working days. Please do not forget to register your visit at least one day in advance, to wear your mask during your visit and observe social distancing.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Kind regards, PPL Staff

For the latest information, please check our website and social media channels and sign up for the Library Newsletter.

UPDATE NOVEMBER: Library Closed

Due to the reconfinement announcement by the Dutch government on Tuesday November 3, 2020, the Peace Palace Library will be closed, as of Thursday November 5, for a period of two weeks.

All online resources will be available during confinement and our programs will run without interruption, with the exception of our ILL Services. If you need to contact the Services Desk or you would like to speak to a librarian, please send an email to library@peacepalace.org.

As soon as we are legally able, we will gradually reopen the Library. For the latest information, please check our website and social media channels and sign up for the Library Newsletter.

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