An ambitious program of scanning and cataloging some of the treasures of the Gennadius Library has been underway since 2007.
Visiting the Library
The Gennadius Library is a privately supported research and rare book library. Its special collections include manuscripts, archives, rare books and works of art. Many of its holdings are invaluable and irreplaceable. Please respect the privilege of handling these items and help us preserve the marerial in the best possible way by following the rules and regulations of the Reading Room.
The Gennadius Library is a non-circulating, closed stacks library. No book or document may leave the library.
We welcome all serious researchers to use the Library and its collections.
First-time readers must apply for a library card. To avoid disappointment when you arrive at the library, and to find out what documents you need to bring to obtain this, please contact the desk attendant at:
All readers must follow the instructions of the desk attendants and abide by the rules and regulations of the Reading Room. Please consult the reading room rules prior to visiting the library.
Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday - 9:00 to 17:00
Thursday - 9:00 to 20:00
Saturday - 9:00 to 14:00
Restricted hours are in effect in the summer.
Summer Hours for 2008
From July 7 to August 30, 2008 the Library will be open to the public as follows:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 – 16:30
Friday: 9:00 – 15:00
Saturday: closed
The Library will be closed August 11 - 15, 2008.