Die Photographische Sammlung/SK Stiftung Kultur has an extensive library, which is being steadily enlarged since 1992 and focuses on photography, in particular towards the works held in the collection. In addition to artists’ monographs and international exhibition cataloges it also contains comprehensive information about the history of photography, individual photographic fields and techniques. Research materials such as university publications, newspaper articles and historical sources are available.

Over 7,200 volumes, including more than 2.000 museum and exhibition catalogues and more than 700 auction catalogues are stored in the library. In addition it contains 14,500 essays and articles and issues of 12 important photography journals.

A collection of ca 900 volumes from August Sander’s private library were purchased in 1992 with the support of REWE Zentralfinanz eG., and can also be viewed.

Library Use

The library can only be used under supervision and books cannot be taken out on loan, but copies can be made.

Internet access is available, you can also work on your own computer in our rooms. Access is free, but charges will be made for copies.

For appointments please phone during the library opening hours: Monday - Thursday,  9.00 – 14.00.