The Schlesinger Library will be undergoing renovations from November 2018 through early September 2019. During this time, researchers will be able to access the Library’s collections by appointment in a temporary reading room located in Fay House, Radcliffe Yard.

The Reading Room will reopen in Fay House on Wednesday, November 7, 2018. Because all collections will be stored off-site and seating in the temporary reading room will be limited, advance notice of at least 3-4 business days will be required. Advance notice helps ensure offsite materials are delivered in time for a visit. Appointments can be made via our Ask a Librarian form. You will find more information about how to make your request in this research guide.

1. Contact us in advance of your visit

• Use our Ask a Schlesinger Librarian form to request an appointment and access to collections
• We can recommend additional sources and provide in-depth research help
• Our collections are stored offsite and some may have access restrictions
• See this research guide for more detailed information about placing requests

2. Document Cameras available in Reading Room 
 

• Each table is equipped with document cameras. Learn more and download the software.
• Prefer to use your own camera? No problem, just turn off your flash and leave your camera case and tripod behind.

3. What to bring
 

• A form of photo identification. You will present your identification at the reception desk and complete a brief registration form. 
• Pencils, digital cameras, laptops, and flash drives are welcome in the Reading Room. We have extras of all of these items to lend. 
• Leave notebooks, folders, jackets, wallets, computer and camera cases, and bags in our lockers. We provide lined loose-leaf paper.