Library
The Kenyon Institute library contains over 10,000 volumes and over 100 periodicals, many of which have substantial runs. There is also a large collection of historical maps and site plans, many of which are not readily available elsewhere.
The library’s main strengths lie in the following areas:
- Jerusalem (all periods of archaeology, art, architecture, social and cultural history)
- the early Christian, Byzantine, early Islamic, Crusader & medieval, Mamluk, post-medieval & Ottoman periods in Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine and to a more limited extent in other parts of the Near East, e.g. Turkey
- historical photography of Jerusalem and Palestine
- cultural heritage management
- Mandate history, including British and European engagement
Our journal collections focus mainly on archaeology and Biblical studies, with some concentration also on Islamic studies. However we also have selected access to JSTOR.
NOTE: not all our rare books are listed on the catalogue, please contact the librarian for details.
The library’s collection policy takes account of the other substantial library holdings across Jerusalem. Within easy walking distance of the Institute are the Mount Scopus campus of the Hebrew University, the Albright Institute of Archaeological Research, the Ecole Biblique, the German Protestant Institute of Archaeology; and the Rockefeller Museum.
Kenyon Institute staff will happily provide residents with contact details and opening hours for as many of the city’s research facilities as possible.
The Kenyon Institute library is open to the public and residents within normal working hours (Sun-Thurs) and to residents and fellows only after hours.
The reading room is fitted with a wireless connection and public access computers. Photocopying, scanning and printing facilities are available during office hours.