Need a book that’s not in our stacks? Don’t know where to start your research? Having trouble logging in? Our librarians are ready to help!
Check the Get Help page on the Library homepage, and you’ll find helpful ways to get in touch with human librarians ready to respond to your questions, big or small.
Chat with a Librarian
Excluding university holidays, librarians are available to chat virtually from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday - Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays. Ask away, and you’ll be connected with a human librarian in moments! If you’d like to speak over the phone, you can also call 202-687-7607.
Have a question outside operational hours? Send an email through our contact form and a librarian will answer when they’re back in the office.
Schedule a Consultation
Need more in-depth help? You can also schedule a one-on-one consultation with library staff to discuss your project, whether you're just getting started or are almost done!