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ILAB Symposium
2026

17 - 18 September 2026

Collecting Connects: The 5th ILAB Symposium

As part of the Rare Book Week Berlin, the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin, one of Germany’s and the world’s most important libraries, will host the 5th ILAB Symposium. This global forum brings together leading experts from the international antiquarian book trade, special collections, and academia to discuss current and pressing issues affecting the field.

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Registrations are now open 

Thursday, 17 September 2026
Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin – Unter den Linden
Humboldt-Saal
14:00–18:00

Friday, 18 September 2026
Berlin State Library – Potsdamer Straße
Otto-Braun-Saal
10:00–13:00

Programme & Registration

Visit the ILAB website for the full programme. >>> PROGRAMME 5TH ILAB SYMPOSIUM

Participation is free of charge, but registration is essential.
Please register via: secretariat@ilab.org