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Archives & Research

The Mary Baker Eddy Library archives contain original materials that richly document the life and world of Mary Baker Eddy and the history of The Church of Christ, Scientist. The collections are central to the Library’s mission and include letters, manuscripts, organizational records, photographs, artifacts, books, periodicals, and other materials available for in-depth research.

The Research Room is located on the 4th floor of the Library, and is open Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and the first Saturday of every month by appointment only. Researchers are asked to fill out a Research Application form upon arrival.

Visit the Holdings page for further information on the Library’s collections of original historical materials related to Mary Baker Eddy and Christian Science, and Services for information on how to best access and utilize those collections.

Visitors to the Research Room will enjoy viewing an exhibit of historic photographs relating to Mary Baker Eddy and the history of the Christian Science movement, including The Christian Science Monitor newspaper.

Collections

  • Archives & ResearchOriginal historical materials available for in-depth research.
    • HoldingsThe Library’s original materials available for research.
    • ServicesPublic access information for the Library's archival holdings.
    • Ask a ResearcherContact information for questions about the archives.
    • FellowshipsApply for a Library Research Fellowship.
  • Lending & ReferenceHistorical and contemporary reference and circulating materials.
  • Object of the Month
  • Search the CatalogProvides access to information about the location and availability of the Library’s reference and circulating collections.
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