Update:

Winter Recess: Harvard Library and the University are closed from noon on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 through Thursday, January 1, 2026. Check library hours and view our services schedule.

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Purchase Request

Have something you'd like to see the library buy and add to our collections? Submit a purchase request.

If there are materials you'd like to see added to the library's collections, submit a purchase request and we will look into acquiring it. We can purchase both physical and electronic copies of materials. 

Submit a Request

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BorrowDirect

BorrowDirect is often the fastest way to borrow something not available at Harvard. It also gives you access to partner libraries.
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Interlibrary Loan

Can't find the materials you need at Harvard? Submit an Interlibrary Loan request and we'll search libraries around the world. We also lend via ILL to other institutions.
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