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Research

The materials held at the Folger Shakespeare Library are meant to be actively used; Henry Folger once called the collection “a fine kit of tools for scholars.”

Renovation update

Although our Reading Room is currently closed due to a major building renovation project, we remain committed to assisting researchers in their work. The Reading Room will reopen Tuesday, June 25, 2024.

Please reach out to us at reference@folger.edu if there is any research or reference support we can provide during this time, and at institute@folger.edu if you have questions about our ongoing scholarly programs and fellowships. For updates about the Reading Room reopening, subscribe to our Research Bulletin newsletter

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Need assistance with navigating the Folger’s collection? Get in touch with one of our librarians with our Ask a Librarian form. Our librarians are happy to assist you.

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