Protecting and promoting a “Memory of the World” library The Martin Bodmer (Zurich 1899-Geneva 1971) Foundation was created in 1971 and aims to protect the library left to it by its founder, and make it accessible to the general public. Throughout his life, Martin Bodmer amassed a vast collection of thousands of exceptional pieces (hundreds of papyruses, western and eastern medieval manuscripts, handwritten pages, first editions, rare engravings, and precious illustrations), which bring together the great texts of world litterature and of human history. This Bibliotheca Bodmeriana is considered as one of the best private collections in the world and has been listed as part of the UNESCO “Memory of the World” Programme since 2015. In order to achieve its twin objectives of protecting and promoting the collection. The Foundation has created its own restoration and digitalisation workshops, as well as a museum which houses permanent and temporary exibitions. The Foundation enjoys a unique setting in the hillside of Cologny, with a spectacular view of Lake Geneva and the city of Geneva. It offers a varied programme of public engagement for adults, students, children, families, and schools.

A MUSEUM FOR LAUGHTER, LEARNING, AND ENTERTAINMENT AT THE HEART OF CHAPLIN’S UNIVERSE Embark on an extraordinary adventure across time and through the magical world of cinema . Throught three different spaces, be prepared to be moved by one of the most surprising artists of the 20th century. Discover a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin , the artist and man. Meet Charlie Chaplin, family man, in the Manoir; embark on a singular journey through the sets of his greatest films at our Hollywood-style Studio; take a peaceful walk in the gardens; and don't forget to round off your visit with a stopover at our Shops before heading to our cafe-restaurant, The Tramp.

A unique place entirely dedicated to writing and literature, open to all, with a large multilingual library, exhibitions, cultural events and a writers' residence.