(312) 943-9090
60 W Walton St
(At Dearborn Pkwy)
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.8999
-87.6305
Neighborhoods: Near North Side, Central
Years in business
Established in 1976
Hours:
Reading room Tues-Thurs 10am-6pm
Fri-Sat 9am-5pm. Exhibit gallery Mon, Fri, and Sat 8:15am-5:30pm
Tues-Thurs 8:15am-7:30pm
Last updated 8.31.11
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In Short – Most people need several hours--or longer--just to scratch the surface of the Newberry Library's vast collection, a well-known magnet for genealogists. Green-shaded lamps, warm wood and near-absolute quiet underscore the no-nonsense atmosphere. With the exception of monthly children's programming, admission is limited to those who are at least 16 years old. The library has extensive holdings on the history and culture of Western Europe (Middle Ages to the mid-20th century) and American history dating from the early explorers' initial contact with Native Americans through the…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- In addition to your coat, umbrellas, newspapers, tape, glue, food, beverages, scissors and cameras are seized and stored in the coat room until you leave.

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