PLANNING A VISIT

  • The Harvard University Archives is open to all researchers; a Harvard affiliation is not required.
  • The Archives is located in Pusey Library in Harvard Yard. For access to the University Archives, please use the main entrance to Lamont Library. Click here for a map.
  • A photo ID is required to enter the building.
  • Archives holdings do not circulate.
  • Many collections are stored off-site, and restrictions apply to some collections. If you are planning a research visit, please contact us at least five business days before you arrive. See Reading Room Use for more information.
  • Reading Room hours are 11:00 AM-4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. These hours are subject to change. Please check our home page before finalizing a visit.
    • READING ROOM SPECIAL HOURS

      Thursday, November 26, 2009: CLOSED

      Friday, November 27, 2009: CLOSED

      Tuesday, December 1, 2009: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM

      Thursday, December 24, 2009: TBA
      Please call for information.

      Friday, December 25, 2009: CLOSED

      Monday, December 28, 2009 - Friday January 1, 2010: C L O S E D


HOLIDAYS
(Archives Closed)

  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • President's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Commencement Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Columbus Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving
    (Thursday & Friday)
  • Christmas Eve
    (half day)
  • Christmas Day through New Year's Day

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