Boston Library Consortium
Northeastern University is a member of the Boston Library Consortium, an association of 19 academic and research libraries located in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island.
Northeastern students are able to borrow materials from libraries at Boston College, Boston University and Brandeis University with their Husky Card.
To borrow from all other BLC libraries, you'll need a BLC card. Apply for one here.
Boston Public Library
- Boston Library eCardMake sure to write down the number and save it for future use. This eCard number allows access to their online services, including research databases, audiobooks, and more.
The Boston Public Library provides many valuable resources to the residents and students of Massachusetts. Be sure to sign up for an eCard in order to access many of their databases from home. In addition to the main branch at Copley Square, there is the Kirstein Business Branch near Government Center and many neighborhood branches.
- BPL DatabasesAny database without the red X can be used from home with a BPL eCard.
- Kirstein Business LibraryLearn more about the Kirstein Business Library of the BPL.
What about Harvard?
- Harvard Libraries Visitors' AccessInformation about visiting the Harvard libraries for non-Harvard affiliates.
A question that we're often asked is: Can I look at this at Harvard?
The answer is: maybe. There are many libraries at Harvard University and each one has a different policy for visitors. Please check the access policy of the particular library you wish to visit before you go. If required, you can request a letter of introduction at the Research Help Office on the first floor of Snell Library.