Beinecke Library

**Plan Your Visit** **Free and open to all.** We welcome you to explore our exhibitions, conduct research, attend an event, or tour the iconic architecture of the Beinecke Library. You'll be greeted by the library's soaring glass book tower showcasing the 1742 Library of Yale College, the university's world-class special collections comprising the earliest printed books from Europe, and other rare publications and manuscripts from around the globe. Anyone may [view our exhibitions](https://beinecke.library.yale.edu/beinecke/exhibitions-beinecke-library "Exhibitions at Beinecke Library"), and [registered readers](https://library.yale.edu/find-request-and-use/use/using-special-collections "Using Special Collections") may use our materials in our reading rooms. We are committed to the best possible experience for everyone. Please [contact us](https://beinecke.library.yale.edu/beinecke/about-us#contact "About Us") if you have additional needs or questions.