About this Guide
This Archival Research Guide includes information on archives and archival repositories, collection finding aids, conducting background research, and finding both analog and digitized collections. The guide includes links to resources, research tips, and tools for working with the sources you find. Please send any comments or suggestions to library@gc.cuny.edu.
Getting Help
There are many ways to get help from a librarian — choose the method that best suits your needs:
- In Person: Visit the reference desk (2nd floor of library) during reference hours.
- By Chat: Chat with an academic librarian 24/7. If available, a CUNY librarian will answer your chat.
- By Email: Complete the question submission form and receive a reply by email during reference hours.
- By Phone: Call the reference desk at (212) 817-7077 during reference hours.
- By Appointment: Schedule a one-on-one research consultation by contacting your subject librarian.
Highlights from Various Libraries
