Archives and Special Collections: About Us

The Archives and Special Collections division of the Brooklyn College Library acquires, preserves, and provides access to the records of enduring value that document the Brooklyn College community and the Borough of Brooklyn, as well as the papers and memorabilia of individuals who have national and social importance. 

Telephone: 718-951-5346

Email: specialcollections@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Brooklyn College Archives, 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210

The Special Collections Reading Room is open Monday-Friday 9 am to 4:45 pm. For a list of exceptions including holidays click here.

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Our new exhibit highlights items from the Hess Collection on Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa.

Spring/Summer 2019:

The YWCA of Brooklyn: Empowering Women Since 1888

Download our new coloring book featuring drawings from the 1934 Broeklundian.