The Society of Friends of the IES is therefore undertaking an ambitious and critical mission to construct a purpose-built, computerized Library, with lecture hall, exhibition space, and laboratory for the conservation of rare books, photographs, magic scrolls, and manuscripts.

The establishment of the new library will at the same time make available space in the old Palace building for a vastly expanded and improved Museum.

With your help, we can succeed in creating both a brand-new Library and a basis for a magnificent Museum. This is a one-time effort to preserve Ethiopia’s cultural heritage for all future generations