Visit Countway or take advantage of many electronic resources specifically for alumni.
The Francis A. Countway Library of Medicine brings the Longwood community together.
On-site access
Due to collection administration and additional renovations, there is currently limited on-site access to Countway Library. On-site access is restricted to current HMS students, faculty, and staff until further notice.
Alumni still have access to:
- Countway Connection Café and Harvard Coop Pop-up shop
- Center for History and Medicine
Access is by appointment only. Please email chm@hms.harvard.edu. - Gallery of the Center for the History of Medicine
Access is permitted on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups larger than five people are not permitted without an appointment. Please email Dominic Hall to schedule an appointment. - “Scan and Deliver” and “Grab and Go” material borrowing access
Please email circinfo@hms.harvard.edu for more information.
Request Access Exception
Exceptions may be granted to alumni with a specific, time-limited request to visit the Countway Library. Requests must include details about your visit (desired date, time, and duration). Our office will coordinate with Countway security before your arrival. Your request will be addressed within two business days.