Bard Graduate Center is an advanced graduate research institute in New York City dedicated to the cultural histories of the material world. Our MA and PhD degree programs, Gallery exhibitions, research initiatives, scholarly publications and public programs explore new ways of thinking about decorative arts, design history, and material culture.

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November 25, 2025
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Department of Research Collections

BGC Affiliates

The library is open to BGC students, faculty, and staff during these hours:

Monday–Thursday: 8 am–10:45 pm
Friday–Sunday: 8 am–9:45 pm

Outside Visitors

Outside visitors to the library must have a confirmed appointment during staffed hours.

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The BGC Department of Research Collections comprises the Library, Study Collection, and Archive, representing a comprehensive range of diverse research resources across a range of media in support of the advanced scholarly study of material culture. Bringing these three entities together aligns the institution’s collection with its approach to research, which challenges traditional boundaries, centers the object, and emphasizes interdisciplinarity. To learn more about each facet of the DRC, click on the links below.

This session will give participants an overview of the many fashion and textile resources available at BGC and beyond, including tips for effective searching and browsing. Led by Abigail Walker, Acquisitions and Serials Librarian.


Stay tuned for upcoming dates.