Tibet House US Lending Library
Search 2,812 titles on Tibetan Buddhism, history, art and culture held at Tibet House US in New York City. Open to members and the public.
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Listed by author, or by editor or translator where there is no author.
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Tibet House US22 West 15th Street
(between 5th & 6th Avenues)
New York, NY 10011
Librarian: Victoria Southwell
Hours
| Monday – Friday | 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Saturday & Sunday | 11 AM – 4 PM |
Books are borrowed in person. There is no online checkout or reservation. Call ahead to confirm a title is on the shelf.
Library questions
Where is the Tibet House US library?
The library is inside Tibet House US at 22 West 15th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenues), New York, NY 10011.
When is the library open?
Monday – Friday, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM; Saturday & Sunday, 11 AM – 4 PM.
Who can borrow books?
Both Tibet House US members and the general public can borrow books. Lending is handled in person at the library.
Can I check out or reserve a book online?
No. This catalogue is for searching only. Borrowing is done in person, and you can call (212) 807-0563 to ask whether a title is on the shelf.
How many books are in the collection?
The catalogue lists 2,812 entries covering about 4,000 books. Books kept in staff offices are not included.
What subjects does the library cover?
Tibetan Buddhism and its teachers, Tibetan history and politics, Himalayan and Asian art, Tibetan medicine, language and dictionaries, travel accounts, and related traditions such as Zen, Theravada and Hindu philosophy.
How do I find a book?
Type an author, title, translator or editor in the search box, or browse the catalogue A–Z. Entries are listed under the first author, editor or translator.