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Photographs and Prints Division
Third Floor
Fully accessible to wheelchairs
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
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| CLOSED | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
CLOSED |
By Appointment Only.
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Consult with a Research SpecialistThe Photographs and Prints Division contains both documentary and fine art photographs which document the history and culture of peoples of African descent worldwide as well as the work of photographers of African descent.
Phone: (212) 491-2057 | Email: scphotoref@nypl.org
Visits can be scheduled for the following: K-12 teachers, college and university professors and students, professionals (e.g., librarians, archivists, museum personnel), and book clubs.Read More ›
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