Accessing McGill University Archives
- Submit requests by refdesk.archives [at] mcgill.ca (subject: Request%20to%20consult%20McGill%20Archives) (email). Researchers should submit detailed requests and background information.
- Request material you wish to consult in advance and schedule an appointment.
- Requests are answered within 20 business days. Users will be informed if additional delays are necessary.
- Response times are delayed due to preparation for our Fiat Lux movement of collections.
- Most archival holdings are available. However, some documents may have restrictions on access.
- Archival documents must be consulted on site in the Reading Room.
The following McGill libraries will be closed July 16–21 (inclusive): McLennan-Redpath Complex, Islamic Studies Library, and Schulich Library of Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Engineering. More info and list of libraries open July 16–21.
Opening hours
Holidays |
---|
All locations closed on Monday, May 20; Monday, June 24; and Monday, July 1. |
Monday to Thursday | |
---|---|
Opening hours | 10am – 6pm |
Info Desk Service Hours | |
Friday to Sunday | |
Opening hours | closed |
Info Desk Service Hours |
McLennan Library Building (map), 4th floor
Rare Books and Special Collections and Archives Reading Room
3459 McTavish Street
Montreal, Quebec H3A 0C9
For reference inquiries or general information, please contact: refdesk.archives [at] mcgill.ca
If you are internal staff with a question regarding records management, please contact: records.archives [at] mcgill.ca