The majority of the NYAM Library's collection is in a closed stacks area. This means that patrons do not have direct access to materials for browsing and retrieval.
When visiting the Library, patrons may request materials from the closed stacks via the Library's Online Catalog. Staff will retrieve requested items and bring them to the patron in the Reading Room.
Please note:
If you are thinking of visiting us, please view our security policies and facilities information.
To request materials from outside of the Library, please visit our page on document delivery and interlibrary loan.
Library Patrons
Due to a planned renovation project, the Coller Rare Book Reading Room will be closed to readers from February 1, 2013. We anticipate that the room will reopen for use on June 1 2013.
Please contact history@nyam.org or 212-822-7313 with queries. We will do our best to accommodate readers and reference requests, but please note that some parts of the collection will not be accessible, response times will be slower and appointment times may be limited.