Libraries
Beyond helping scholars learn, research, and pursue truth, our libraries are dedicated to expanding knowledge and intellectual exploration for everyone.
Check out our books
Established in 1638, Harvard Library is the oldest library system in the United States.
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28
libraries
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700
expert staff
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6 million
digitized and publicly available items
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20 million
books
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1 million
maps and spatial data sets
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400 million
rare items including letters, photographs, and manuscripts
It is crucial that all members of the Harvard community and our visitors feel our spaces are for them and reflect who they are.鈥�Martha Whitehead
University Librarian and Vice President for Harvard Library
Libraries at Harvard
Find the hours and locations for our libraries.
Library Exhibits
Experience exhibits that tell the unique stories of our world-class collections.
Library Collections
Explore Harvard Library鈥檚 physical and digital collections.
Events, tours, and more
There are many opportunities for visitors to experience the collections at Harvard’s libraries.
Inside Harvard Library