Internal Borrowers
Winterthur staff, students, volunteers, and research fellows may request materials not held in the Winterthur Library through Interlibrary Loan (ILL).
To request items: Send an email to Sarah Lewis slewis@winterthur.org or reference@winterthur.org.
Information to provide:
General Public
Contact your local public or university library to inquire if they provide ILL services. If so, follow their process to request a loan.
Libraries without an ILL System
For public or university libraries without a ILL system, please use this form from ALA to submit a loan request.
Drop-in Visits and General Browsing
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Special Collections Appointments
The use of special collections (rare books, manuscripts, and archives) is by appointment only, Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Please email reference@winterthur.org or call 302-888-4681 to make an appointment at least 24 hours in advance of your visit.
Museum Hours
See Winterthur's hours page for details.