Schlesinger Library

The Schlesinger Library is a research facility in Cambridge focused on documenting women's experiences across American history. It holds thousands of manuscript collections, extensive books, and recorded materials spanning multiple generations and regions.

The library was established to preserve crucial documents from America's women's movements and social reforms. It holds records tracking decades of campaigns for voting rights, equality, and broader changes that reshaped the nation.

The library houses records that trace how women shaped American society through activism, reform, and everyday contributions. Visitors can explore how these movements left marks on the country's social landscape.

The reading room is accessible on weekdays and visitors can view original materials and conduct research in person. It helps to check ahead about available collections and how to access specific items before your visit.

The collection includes recorded interviews with African American women from the 1970s and 1980s speaking directly about their lives and accomplishments. These voices offer direct access to stories that are rarely found elsewhere in written form.

Location: Massachusetts

Part of: Harvard Library

Website: http://radcliffe.harvard.edu/schlesinger-library

GPS coordinates: 42.37580,-71.12310

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:47