The Library
The Museum's Caird Library is a comprehensive specialist reference library and a rich research resource for all.
The Library is open Monday to Friday, 10.00–16.45 (until 19.45 on Thursday), and 10.00–13.00 and 14.00–16.45 on Saturday.
The Caird Library will close from mid-June to late August 2012 due to the preparations for the Olympics equestrian events held at Greenwich Park – exact dates will be confirmed as soon as possible.
To request items to view in the Library, please register at Aeon. See also guidance on using Aeon.
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Read about our library and manuscript collections, and discover the latest news on the Caird Library blog.
The Library is open Monday to Friday, 10.00–16.45 (until 19.45 on Thursday), and 10.00–13.00 and 14.00–16.45 on Saturday.
The Museum has produced over 70 research guides covering the Museum's collections and other sources for research into maritime history.
Contact details for enquiries regarding the Archive and Library, chart and map collections.
The Museum is committed to making its collections available for current use and enjoyment, whilst preserving them for future generations.
The Museum subscribes to a range of resources to help you with your research. They are all available free of charge from the Library.