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How to Use the Library Catalog

  1. To search in our online catalog, please go to library.philamuseum.org.
  2. Once logged in, use the search box to enter a search term. Click Find.
  1. On the search results page, you can toggle results based on additional criteria under Refine Results. To learn more about the item, click on the Title you are interested in.

  1. Clicking on the title will open the record, where you will find more information about the item. Select Permanent Link to retrieve the stable URL.

  1. Next, select Copy to Clipboard once the Permanent Link appears.
  2. Once you have found the material(s) that you wish to view during your visit, request a Reading Room Appointment by emailing library@visitpham.org and including the title(s) of the item(s) with their corresponding permanent links. Please refer to the Request an Appointment page for more information about our policies and procedures.