The Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library
The Schlesinger Library, within the Harvard Library, is a research library containing one of the most extensive collections material on women's history.
Located in the historic Radcliffe Yard, the Schlesinger Library is a premier center for research on the history of women in America, documenting their struggles, victories, and daily lives through millions of manuscripts and artifacts.
Notable Collections
- Culinary History: The library is famously the home of Julia Child's personal papers and an unparalleled collection of global cookbooks spanning centuries.
- Pioneering Figures: It houses the archives of influential women such as Susan B. Anthony, Amelia Earhart, and Betty Friedan, along with the records of the National Organization for Women (NOW).
- Beyond the Archives: In addition to scholarly research, the library hosts public exhibitions and lectures that bring women's history to life for the local community.
The library is a non-circulating research facility, but its reading rooms are open to any researcher-from students to genealogists-who wishes to explore its vast holdings.
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