Harvard Libraries
Beyond helping students learn, research, and pursue truth, our libraries are dedicated to expanding knowledge and intellectual exploration for everyone.
Libraries at Harvard
Find the hours and locations for all of Harvard’s 28 libraries.
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Library Exhibits
Experience the curated stories behind Harvard Library’s vast collections.
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Library Collections
Explore Harvard Library’s physical and digital collections.
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Check out our books
Established in 1638, Harvard Library is the oldest library system in the United States.
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28
diverse libraries.
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700
expert staff.
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6M
digitized items.
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20M
archived volumes.
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1M
maps and globes.
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400M
scholarly manuscripts.
It’s wonderful to see the extraordinary care and creativity going into delivering our services remotely and restarting our services on campus.”
Martha Whitehead
University Librarian and Vice President for Harvard Library
Inside Harvard Library
Our libraries support students, faculty, staff, and the public through vast archives and cutting-edge technologies.