Visiting the Libraries
BU community members, affiliate visitors, and unaffiliated visitors are all welcome at the BU Libraries. Library patrons are expected to follow the BU Libraries Code of Conduct.
The following entrance procedures are in place for various groups:
BU Community Members
BU community members include current students, staff, faculty, alumni, and faculty emeriti.
- BU community members with a valid BU ID have access to our branches during all hours of operation.
- BMC staff are welcome to visit with a valid photo ID at the front desk upon arrival.
- BU alumni may visit Libraries branches as visitors by checking in with a photo ID and their alumni card at the front desk upon arrival. Learn more about alumni services and resources.
Guest Visitors of BU Community Members
- Must be accompanied by BU community member.
- ID required for all parties upon arrival at the front desk.
BU Admissions Tours
- Group campus tours may enter Libraries facilities when led by BU Admissions tour guides. Solo visitors may request access following the guidelines for unaffiliated visitors.
Unaffiliated Guests & Visitors
BU Libraries welcomes unaffiliated visitors with scholarly needs to our facilities on a case-by-case basis. Permission to visit must be granted in advance. Visitors will receive confirmation that they have been added to Libraries’ approved visitor list for the day(s) of their visit, and will be required to show a photo ID and check in upon entrance.
- For general access to BU Libraries spaces, please submit a Visit Request Form.
- For access to Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center, please Contact the Gotlieb Center.
Library Partners & Consortiums
We welcome members of our local consortial programs. Select the headings below for more information.