All virtual services are available and some libraries are open for in-person use, while others remain closed through January 23, 2022. Learn more.
Browse:
The new HOLLIS has plenty of exciting new features, but the interface may seem a little strange at first. We can help!
HOLLIS Help can help you get started.
One of the biggest changes is that the main search box is even simpler than in HOLLIS+. You still search only certain categories: to do so at the start of your search, click on Advanced Search to the right of the main search box. Even simpler, enter a search term in the main search box and then use the limiters that come up on the right side of the screen to narrow the selection.
For more specific help, submit a question. Harvard affiliates are also invited to make a research appointment to sit down with someone and learn about HOLLIS' great new features including:
-simpler searches and search results: no more tabs!
-save entire searches in Favorites!
-just want to be able to get back to this search? Copy the URL.
-suggested resources and research guides
-"personalize" search option prioritizes results within a selected discipline
Don't forget to leave feedback!
Monday-Thursday 9am-9pm
Friday-Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 12noon-7pm
Chat is intended for brief inquiries from the Harvard community.
Reach out to librarians and other reference specialists by email using our online form. We usually respond within 24 hours Monday through Friday.
Talk to a librarian for advice on defining your topic, developing your research strategy, and locating and using sources. Make an appointment now.
These services are intended primarily for Harvard University faculty, staff and students. If you are not affiliated with Harvard, please use these services only to request information about the Library and its collections.
Our chat reference and Research Appointment Request services are intended for Harvard affiliates. All others are welcome to submit questions using the form on this page.
We are happy to answer questions from all Harvard affiliates and from non-affiliates inquiring about the library's collections.
Unfortunately, we're unable to answer questions from the general public which are not directly related to Harvard Library services and collections.