Getty Library

One of the world’s most comprehensive art historical research libraries

Key Resources

Library Catalog

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  1. Finding Aids

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    Explore the contents of selected archival collections

  2. Research Guides & Bibliographies

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    Learn about special topics and individual collections

  3. A-Z Databases

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    Explore our subscription and Getty proprietary databases

  4. Search Tools & Databases

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    Access all of our research resources

Visiting the Library

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Hours

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Monday–Friday
9:30am–5pm
Saturday–Sunday
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Contact Information

The Getty Library is located at the Getty Center.

1200 Getty Center Drive, Suite 1100
Los Angeles, CA 90049-1688

(310) 440-7390

Using the Library

Begin your research with the Library Catalog and discover a wide range of resources.

  1. Library Catalog Help

    Learn how to access and request library materials

  2. Become a Reader

    Explore different Reader types and learn how to register

  3. Services

    Understand policies and procedures for using the library

  4. Reference Assistance for Conservation Professionals

    Discover research services for the Conservation Collection

  5. Ask a Librarian

    Have a question or need help with your research?

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Answers to common questions about using the library, finding materials, and more

News and Stories

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  1. Why Were These Two Women Nearly Written Out of Art History?

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    Meet Michaelina Wautier and Anne Vallayer-Coster, expert painters who are only now getting their due

  2. Getty Awards $1.8M to Increase Access to Black Visual Arts Archives

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    Critical support for eight new projects will activate essential documents of the history of Black art in the U.S.

  3. The Woman Who Shaped a Generation of American Ads

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    Photographer Barbara DuMetz reflects on over 40 years of championing diversity in commercial photography

About the Library

Discover one of the world’s most comprehensive libraries and archives for research in art history and visual culture.

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