Behind the Doors of the Library of the Czech Academy of Sciences: From Historical Collections to Digital Research

Publication date: September 24, 2026

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Abstract

Imagine you’re in Prague and want to take a break from the bustling city centre, the sights and the tourist crowds – whilst discovering a place where history meets contemporary scientific research. The ideal venue is the Library of the Czech Academy of Sciences (LIBCAS) on Národní Street. It is situated directly opposite the New Stage of the National Theatre and just a few steps from the legendary Slavia café.

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