The library of the Institute of Archaeology offers about 40 workstations, including three computer workstations, a research computer as well as printers and scanners, which are available to the users of the library. In addition, a free WLAN network is available in all rooms, which enables research on the Internet and thus also book data searches in the Cologne University Catalog (KUG) or the catalog of the University and City Library (UB).

The library's holdings include numerous works dealing with Classical Archaeology, the Archaeology of the Roman Provinces, and other associated subject areas.

A focus in Classical Archaeology is on topography, building research, sculpture and reception history. The collection of Archaeology of the Roman Provinces has its main focus on the Roman northwestern provinces, but is continuously expanding to other provinces.

The library also holds approximately 530 journal series, some of which have been completed. The holdings of monographs and periodicals are constantly being expanded and updated. Thus, current research is also represented and available in the library.

If you have any questions or problems, the student assistants are available to help library users in room 103. The room is manned continuously during the opening hours of the library and offers users not only assistance but also a selection of electronics for presentations in the context of the seminars and lectures of the Archaeological Institute.

Scanner: during opening hours in room 115
Rooms: 104-108, 113, 115-117, 1st floor (room plan)

Library Regulations

1. The library of the Archaeological Institute is basically a reference library. Books can only be borrowed in exceptional cases.
2. The placement of so-called apparatuses or the acquisition of a reference shelf can be permitted for a limited period of time for final theses. In place of the books, substitutes are to be placed, on which the shelf number is noted.
3. The books in the library are to be treated with the greatest possible care and consideration. It is therefore forbidden,
   1. To place several opened books on top of each other,
   2. To use opened books as writing pads,
   3. to make marks or annotations in books (the latter will be considered as damage to property and the person responsible will be liable for damages).
4. After use, books must be returned to their proper place on the shelves (please note the signatures).
5. Conversations disturb other library users. The kitchenette, not the hallway, is the appropriate place for conversations. For the same reason, the use of cell phones inside the library rooms is only allowed in silent mode!
6. Smoking is absolutely prohibited in all rooms of the Archaeological Institute! Bringing food and drinks is also strictly prohibited!
7. Scanning of books, with the exception of some signatures, is possible during opening hours at scanners in the scanning room (115).
8. The monographs, catalogs, handbooks and journals newly acquired for the library of the Archaeological Institute are displayed for several weeks at a time in the so-called new display (shelf opposite the library entrance) for perusal. Books taken from these shelves must be returned to the new display after use.
9. Laptops, notebooks, tablets and other portable computers may be used in all rooms of the library - with consideration for the other library users.
10. Bringing bags and jackets into library rooms is prohibited. In this case, the seating service must be followed.
11. Violations of these rules may result in the revocation of the library card (exclusion from the use of the library). Theft or damage to property will be prosecuted without exception.