The Newberry Library

The Newberry fosters a deeper understanding of our world by inspiring research and learning in the humanities and encouraging conversations about ideas that matter to diverse audiences. Our mission is rooted in a growing and accessible collection of rare and historical materials that spans more than six centuries of human experience. The Newberry’s five-year strategic plan rests on four pillars:

• Advance and Disseminate Knowledge
• Build, Diversify, and Sustain Communities of Learning
• Grow, Preserve, and Increase Access to the Collection
• Strengthen Institutional Health