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LIBRARY HOURS & ADMISSION

The library is currently closed for renovation. We will reopen our renovated building at 10 East 71st Street on April 17, 2025.

Day Hours
Monday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tuesday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED

Admission: Free of charge

PROGRAMS HOLIDAYS ACCESSIBILITY

Contact Us

Phone: 212-547-0641
General email: library@frick.org

Getting Here

Street Map of Frick Art Research Library, with Citibike, bus stops, and trains

Visit the Frick Art Research Library at 10 East 71st Street

Transportation Information

  • By Subway: 6 train to 68th Street and Lexington Avenue, Q train to 72nd Street and Second Avenue, or NRW train to 59th Street and Fifth Avenue. From the Q, transfer to the crosstown M72 bus to Fifth Avenue and 69th Street.
  • By Bus: northbound M1, M2, M3, and M4 to Madison Avenue and 69th Street, southbound M1, M2, M3, and M4 to Fifth Avenue and 69th Street, or crosstown M72 bus to Fifth Avenue and 69th Street.
  • Citi Bike rental stations are located at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street, 72nd Street and Park Avenue, and 68th Street and Madison Avenue.
  • Limited street parking is available. There are parking garages in the area.

For more transportation information, see our Accessibility page.

Frequently Asked Questions

For the complete list of questions, see Library > FAQ.

Who can use the Frick Art Research Library?

The Library is open free of charge to visitors 13 years of age or older.

Do I need to be a member of The Frick Collection to use the Library?

No.

How do I use the Library?

Use of the Library requires registration. Library cards and temporary barcode numbers are for use by the individuals to whom they are issued. They are non-transferable. By accepting the cards or temporary barcode numbers, researchers agree to follow the policies of the Library. 

How do I register?

Registration is required. To register, see the Registration Form. 

How does the Library handle my privacy?

See the Frick Art Research Library Privacy Guidelines and The Frick Collection website Privacy Policy.

Can I bring my child or infant to the reading room?

The Library is open to visitors 13 years of age or older. Therefore, young children and infants are not permitted.

Can I bring my purse or bag with me when visiting the reading room?

Purses or bags that exceed the dimensions of 9” x 12” x 3” must be self-checked in the reading room. All laptop and camera cases must be self-checked. Luggage is not permitted and will not be checked.

Can I wear my coat or other outerwear while conducting research in the reading room?

All coats and other outerwear must be self-checked in the reading room.

Can I bring a work of art into the reading room?

Works of art are not permitted.

Can I have lunch in the reading room?

All food, drinks, candy, and gum are not permitted in the reading room and other public areas.

Can I use a camera or digital camera in the reading room?

Digital cameras can be used in the reading room to photograph Library items. Please note that photography is not permitted in the art galleries.

Can I use highlighters, sticky notes, or other office supplies in the reading room?

The use of highlighters, sticky notes, or other office supplies is not permitted in the reading room. Any supplies needed in the general course of research are provided by the Library.

Are laptop and tablet computers allowed in the reading room?

There is limited access to public computers that are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. You are encouraged to bring your own laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

Is wireless internet access available in the reading room?

Wireless internet access is available in the reading room for researchers who have computers with wireless capabilities. Ask at the Reference Desk for assistance with logging in to the Library's network. Please note that some internet content is blocked in order to reduce network traffic.