Digital Library
In agreement with major libraries and research institutes (the Institute and Museum of the History of Science, the Turin Academy of Science, the University of Milan, the Department of Italian Studies at the University of Rome, the University of Pavia Library, the Braidense National Library and others), under the aegis of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, the BEIC Foundation has promoted the digitization of large collections of ancient and modern works, which will soon be available for online consultation.
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Designed by the Bolles+Wilson Studio, the building’s architecture provides continuity between the urban spaces and the library complex. The four-story library will welcome thousands upon thousands of visitors and will host numerous cultural initiatives.
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News
38 Senators Submit a Written Inquiry Regarding the BEIC (July 15, 2010)
On July 15, in the Senate, an inquiry regarding the future of the BEIC was submitted by 38 members of parliament (the first signer being Sen. Prof. Pietro Ichino) to the Minister of Cultural Heritage and Activities, the Minister of Infrastructure and the Minister of Economy and Finance.
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17 Questions About the BEIC
An overview of the principles that inspired the European Library of Information and Culture project through a series of questions, with responses to potential objections.
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