The history of writing in the western world is shown through examples of Greek and Latin texts, runic script, medieval and humanist manuscripts. There are also examples of calligraphy from later periods on display. The development of eastern writing is shown through Ethiopian, Hebrew and Syrian manuscripts, Arabian and Persian calligraphy and Indian handwriting on different materials. There are also examples of cuneiform script on stone tablets, cylinder seals from Mesopotamia and hieroglyphics on Egyptian tombstones. The museum is housed in the University Library, Singel 425, in the Hall of the Informationcenter on the first floor.
Entrance is free.