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Tozzer Library | Harvard Library
Tozzer Library | Harvard Library
Tozzer Library
Tozzer Library stewards extensive resources in Indigenous studies, anthropology, and archaeology, supporting wide-ranging research across cultures and histories.
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General
9am - 5pm
Special Collections
By Appointment
Research at Tozzer Library
Expert support, specialized tools, and distinctive collections enable in-depth work in Indigenous studies, anthropology, and archaeology.
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American Indigenous Studies Research Tools
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A curated selection of resources all related to Native American and Indigenous Studies.
Indigenous Language Research Guide
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A guide for those interested in finding resources on Indigenous languages at Harvard and beyond.
Indigenous Knowledge Collection
Explore contemporary materials from Native American and Global Indigenous communities.
Anthropology Research Tools
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Curated lists of resources for archaeology, human evolutionary biology, medical anthropology, and social anthropology.
Anthropological Literature
An index of journals primarily from Tozzer Library, as well as other open-access journals.
Special Collections at Tozzer Library
Tozzer Library's special collections are open to all researchers. Search and request materials through HOLLIS, the library catalog. After submitting a request, you’ll need to
schedule a separate appointment
to view materials in our reading room. Please request items and make a reading room appointment at least 3 business days in advance of your visit.
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Spaces at Tozzer Library
Tozzer Library offers open seating areas in our reading rooms, along with several spaces that can be reserved by Harvard faculty, staff, or students.
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Group Study Rooms
There are two study rooms located in the basement, which sit 4–6 people and can be reserved up to three hours at a time.
HUNAP Carrels
Tozzer Library provides two study carrels for use by Harvard University Native American Program affiliates.
Study Carrels
Tozzer Library's carrels are located in the basement, and each one can be reserved for the academic year and/or summer term.
Seminar Room
This reservable space fits 8 around a group table and features a whiteboard, a projector, and charging stations.
Cora Du Bois Fellowship
A fellowship for PhD candidates in anthropology or related fields who are at the final stage of their dissertation, and whose research would benefit from working at Tozzer Library. This fellowship is open to Harvard and non-Harvard students.
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Harvard Library Services
Get Support for Researching and Publishing
Harvard Library's expert staff can help researchers in any field generate, curate, transform, and publish their work.
Researching with Special Collections and Archives
Everything you need to know about requesting and viewing special collection materials from across Harvard Library.
Course Reserves
We work with faculty and instructors to help provide students with access to course-related library resources.
About Tozzer Library
Recent News
February 29, 2024
Tozzer Space Study
How Harvard Library's User Research Center engaged with students, faculty, and staff about how they use Tozzer Library.
September 1, 2023
Everyday Indigeneity: Championing Native Voices
Harvard's Indigenous Knowledge Collection transcends the confines of scholarly texts and embraces Native voices in all forms.
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Access
Tozzer Library is open to all Harvard ID holders. Non-Harvard ID holders interested in our general collections
can apply for access.
Special collections are open to all researchers
by appointment
. Materials must be requested 3 business days in advance of your visit.
Tribal communities are welcome at Tozzer Library. Please email us to coordinate a visit at
tozzerlibrary@fas.harvard.edu
Location
21 Divinity Avenue
Cambridge
MA
02138
United States
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tozzerlibrary@fas.harvard.edu
617-495-2253
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