Avery Access: Avery is open to current Columbia University students, faculty, and staff. Patrons must comply with the Columbia Community Health Compact for entry. Visitor and alumni access remains suspended until further notice. Masks are currently required at all times, regardless of vaccination status, in keeping with the Columbia University COVID-19 Monitoring Plan.
Using the Collections: Avery Library’s stacks and spaces are open to eligible Columbia affiliates. Patrons may browse the stacks and use items from the research collections in the library. Additionally, the Avery-LC collection is largely circulating and items may be checked out of the library.
Special Collections: Avery Classics, Art Properties, & Drawings & Archives are open by appointment to eligible Columbia affiliates. Please contact the relevant department with your research questions or to make an appointment.
Research & Teaching Support: Avery staff are available to assist faculty with teaching online and to support students with research projects and assignments. Here’s what you need to know.
Please see the Avery Library page for the latest updates and be sure to monitor the Columbia University Libraries Alerts page for all service updates.
