Hours and Policies

The library is open to the public for research Tuesday through Friday, 10 am to noon and 1 to 5 pm . Admission is free. An appointment is not necessary, although we prefer that you call and make arrangements for more extensive research. Enter the Museum through the public entrance and request admittance to the library at the reception/admissions desk. The receptionist will direct users to deposit coats, briefcases, backpacks, and personal belongings in a locker. The researcher may carry only paper, pen or pencil, portable computers, or other materials essential to research.

The collection of the Richard and Ronay Menschel Library does not circulate, and all materials must be used on site. Special handling guidelines apply to all materials.

Photocopies can be made by researchers from books and periodicals in the main collection. The cost is ten cents per page. Photographing or digitally scanning items in the library collection is not allowed. All photographic reproductions for study and publication will be supplied by the Museum's Photographic Services Department for a fee.