Visit KvinnSam
The KvinnSam library shares its facility with the Humanities Library at the Gothenburg University Library and is open to the public. We provide books, journals, and other printed materials focusing on women’s history and gender research. We offer plenty of study spaces with access to our books and journals.
Many of our newer books and journals are available on open shelves in our library, but parts of our collection are housed in the Humanities Library’s closed stacks and must be requested in advance. Learn more about how to use KvinnSam’s book collection here.
There are many journals on women’s history and gender studies available at KvinnSam and the Humanities Library. Learn more about how to access and use the journals here.
You can also study our unique archival collections dedicated to women's and gender history, comprising more than 600 metres of archival material from individuals and organizations, in the special reading room at the Humanities Library. These materials must be requested in advance. Read more about accessing KvinnSam’s archives here.
You can also receive support from KvinnSam’s librarians and archivists. Learn more about our services and support here.
Where to find us
Visiting address:
The Humanities Library
Renströmsgatan 4
412 55 Göteborg
Mailing address:
KvinnSam
Box 222
405 30 Göteborg
Accessibility of the premises
KvinnSam is located within the Humanities Library. The Humanities Library entrance is accessible to people with disabilities. Accessible parking is available near the library entrance. A lift is available between all floors. An accessibility-adapted restroom is available in the building. Please contact library staff if you need assistance retrieving materials.
Construction disturbances
Construction work is taking place in and around the Humanities Library. This may mean that it is noisy at times and that access may be more difficult. The work is due in part to the West Link Project (Västlänken) and renovation work.
Read more about construction disturbances at the Humanities Library here.
Opening hours
About KvinnSam's opening hours
KvinnSam’s study spaces and open collections are available when the Humanities Library is open.
KvinnSam is unstaffed from 8 to 26 July
During this period, we are unable to respond to questions sent KvinnSam, or requests for our archival materials to the special reading room. KvinnSam's collections and study spaces at the Humanities Library remain open to visitors. Learn more here.
