Auburn Avenue Research Library

The Auburn Avenue Research Library maintains a collection that traces its roots to the Negro History Collection of Non-Circulating Books begun in 1934. The Auburn Avenue Research Library has more than 20,000 books and 600-plus manuscript collections along with artifacts, recordings, oral histories, periodicals, 250,000 photographs and other items.

Also at the Auburn Avenue Research Library are 800 works of art representing African and African-American artists. Literary holdings include pieces by Harlem Renaissance writers. Auburn Avenue Research Library offers lectures, workshops and other programs.

Tours are available by reservation only and must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.

Website:http://www.afplweb.com/aarl/