Research Collections
The Research collections of The New York Public Library are held at four Research Centers, each with a different thematic focus.
The ReCAP Shared Collection
Use the Library's new Shared Collection Catalog to find and request physical and digital delivery of items from NYPL Research Libraries, Columbia University Libraries and Princeton University Libraries. Read more about the ReCAP Shared Collection here.
Research Catalog
Most collections may be found through the NYPL Research Catalog. Note that Advanced Search will yield more refined results.
Archives Portal
On this site, you can search The New York Public Library's vast holdings, initiate a research visit, submit a query to an archivist, and access digitized material. Look for the 
image to indicate that portions of the collection have been digitized. These materials are free to view and use, even without an NYPL library card.
Prints and Photographs
Search the catalog of prints and photographs held within the Wallach Division.
Digital Collections
Available without a Library card:
The New York Public Library Digital Collections provide access to over 700,000 images digitized from primary sources and printed rarities in the collections of The New York Public Library, including illuminated manuscripts, historical maps, vintage posters, rare prints and photographs, illustrated books, printed ephemera, and more