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RIHS NETworked Online Public catalog
To begin searching RIHS collections, click above.
This electronic catalog was made possible through a $75,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to increase public access to the Society's diverse holdings. This initial version contains only a portion of our full collection. We are currently working to electronically catalog all collection items. The most complete access is still available at the RIHS Library.
Hours
Wednesday - Friday: 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
2nd Saturday of the Month: 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
New Paging Schedule: Many materials are stored in our closed stack area and are paged by the library staff and brought to the Reading Room for your review. We retrieve materials from the stacks at 10:30, 11:30, 2:00, 3:00 and books only at 4:00.
Please note: Library materials in our online catalog marked "Reading Room" are on the open shelves and can be accessed by patrons. All other materials must be requested and will be retrieved from the stacks at the times noted in the Paging Schedule.
Admission Policy
All patrons making their first visit to the library must fill out a registration form. The form serves as a consent that patrons will adhere to the policies of the library while conducting their research. Patrons will also be asked to show valid government issued photo identification at that time, such as a driver's license or passport.
There is a $5.00 daily admission fee for non-Rhode Island residents. Rhode Island residents, RIHS members and children under the age of 12 are admitted free of charge. Children under the age of 16 are required to be accompanied by an adult. RIHS members must show a valid membership card for free admission. Information on becoming a member can be found here. All patrons must fill out a new registration form each year.
Directions: The library is located at 121 Hope Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02906. Please click here for directions from major local highways. Exact driving directions from your location can also be obtained at Mapquest.com.