The physical space of the MSK Library is scheduled to close to visitors on Friday, May 17, 2024. Please visit this guide for more information.
- Patrons may only use pencils and paper distributed by Archives staff to take notes. No other writing implements are to be in research areas
- Laptops and cell phones may be used, but flash photography is strictly prohibited. Laptops may be inspected at the completion of a reference visit.
- Large personal items such as backpacks, heavy coats, briefcases and related items are not to be near research areas and may be kept near the Archivist if brought on site.
- All food and drink will only be allowed in designated eating areas away from archival records.
- Some material may be fragile and require assistance from the archivist in order to use.
For the safety of the records, all materials are kept off site must be requested at least 72 hours in advance for local audiences, coordinate with archivist 2-3 weeks in advance of travel. To make a request, send an email to the Archivist (sayless@mskcc.org) or Library main account (asklibrarian@mskcc.org). Please include, where possible, the collection name, the box number(s), and folder number(s) of the items you wish to review.
Some materials may be made available electronically upon request.
Due to the sensitive nature of some material, outside approval may be required to view certain items.
If you are new to archival research, or are not sure what to expect, this guide from the Society of American Archivists can help you orient yourself and your work.
This helpful guide from Zachary Hottel, the Archivist at Shenandoah County Library System, details some helpful tips on doing archival research.
Address: Rockefeller Research Laboratories Building, 430 East 67th Street, New York, NY 10065
Phone: 212-639-7439
Hours: Monday-Friday from 8:30am-7:00pm
Notes upon entering the facility: