Aaron Siskind Library

The PRC's primary research facility, the Aaron Siskind Library, houses over 4,000 photographic books and 40 periodicals from around the world. It is non-circulating. While the library is open six days a week, the PRC's volunteer librarian, Alice Hall, is at the PRC part-time with varying hours.


hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Friday: 10am-6pm
Thursday: 10am-8pm
Saturday-Sunday: 12-5pm

Occasionally, the PRC's library is closed for brief periods during
workshops or in between exhibition installation. Please check
the current exhibition schedule, and call to inquire about any special
circumstances or ask a question of our librarian at 617.975.0600.

holdings
The following list is a sampling of the numerous photographic magazines, journals, and newsletters that are available at the PRC:
Afterimage
American Photo
Art in America
ARTFORUM
Art News
Art on Paper
Blindspot
Camera Arts
Contact Sheet (Lightwork)
Nueva Luz
Photofile (Australia)
Photographic Quarterly (Woodstock)
Photograph
Stereoworld

Photography periodicals are great sources for calls for entries, exhibitions, reviews, grants, and staying connected! If you are part of a library, gallery, or museum and are interested in subscribing to our newsletter, in the loupe, please visit the section on institutional membership.