Research

Collections

The Library’s world-renowned research collections feature more than 46 million items, from a copy of the Declaration of Independence to Maya Angelou’s papers. Start your research here.

Research Catalog

Get remote access to our world-renowned research collections with Scan & Deliver, our expanded electronic document delivery service, using our Shared Collection Catalog.
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After undergoing significant enhancements, the Shared Collection Catalog will become the Research Catalog and serve as the primary catalog for NYPL’s research collections in early 2021. Learn more.

Articles & Databases

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Locate a journal by name or subject with our E-Journal Finder.

Archives Portal

  • Search Archival Material

    Locate manuscripts and archival content, view detailed information on each collection, and request items from across our four research centers.

Print & Photographs Catalog

Digital Collections

  • Browse the Collection

    Browse our continually growing collection of digitized items, from book covers to prints to posters.

  • Public Domain Picks

    Find, download, and repurpose public domain images in almost limitless ways.
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