Processed archival collections are included in the library's catalog and are available to all library patrons meeting the criteria noted in Access to the Ryerson & Burnham Libraries. Patrons may consult the collections during the library's public hours; no appointment is necessary.The library attempts to make the original documents available to patrons; in a few cases, the fragility of the originals has necessitated a microfilm, photograph, or photocopy surrogate for patron use. Procedures and costs for ordering photocopies or copy photographs are the same as for the book collections.

When commencing research in the Libraries' Reading Room, all patrons will be required to complete the Application for Access to Ryerson & Burnham Archival Collections and follow the Libraries' Procedures.

Send questions or comments regarding this information to Ryerson & Burnham Archives, Ryerson & Burnham Libraries