“Learning German can also be fun.” Ever heard that said about a library? Welcome to the Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta. This isn’t just any library. It is a portal to German culture.
The Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta is located on Jalan Dr. GSSJ Ratulangi. The library is a resource for anyone interested in German language and culture. It offers a wide array of materials. Almost 90 percent of the books are in German. You will also find films video games and board games.
Nathalie Sugondho is the Head of the Library Section. She notes that the media aims to make learning German enjoyable. The Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta is open to the public. It is open every day except on national holidays. From Monday to Friday, it opens from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. On Saturdays, it is open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Sundays have shorter hours, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Visiting the Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta is free. All facilities can be accessed without charge. However, borrowing materials requires a library membership. The membership fee is Rp 50.000 per year for non-Goethe-Institut course participants. After paying the fee, there are no further costs.
Inside Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta are around 8.000 to 9.000 media items. You can find graphic novels comics and children’s literature. The library also has a collection of German films. You can watch these films with headphones and bean bags. If you want to watch a movie, you need to report to the staff first.
Fridays are special at Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta. It is the only day board games are allowed in the library. The library also has video games. These games are in German and are for two players. Each player has a two-hour time limit.
The Goethe-Institut Jakarta also hosts cultural events. One example is the Sensoria exhibition. It features art installations that respond to movement with visuals and colors. This exhibition was held until September 8 2023.
The Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta is a place for discussion and learning. However, visitors should keep their voices down. Online meetings and phone calls are not allowed in the library. Food is also prohibited. Drinks in closed containers are allowed. Photocopying books is not permitted due to copyright laws.
Becoming a member of Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta is easy. You can register online via the BibToGo application. You can also register in person. To register in person, bring your Jabodetabek ID card. Those under 17 need parental consent.
Library members can borrow up to 10 items. This includes a maximum of four DVDs one board game and two other items like bags or umbrellas. Books can be borrowed for four weeks and can be renewed twice. Magazines can be borrowed for two weeks. Bags and umbrellas can be borrowed for four weeks.
You can also borrow media online. Use the BibToGo app or contact the library staff. The borrowed items will be delivered to your address via an online delivery service.
The Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta is accessible by public transportation. The nearest train station is Gondangdia Station. The closest TransJakarta bus stop is Halte Sbr. Goethe Institut. Several TransJakarta routes stop there.
The Perpustakaan Goethe-Institut Jakarta offers a unique blend of learning and fun. Whether you’re studying German or exploring German culture, it is a great place to visit. Just remember to bring your curiosity and leave the snacks at home.