BSMGP Library - Location and Access

Location

The BSMGP’s Library of stained glass books and journals is housed at the premises of the Society of Antiquaries of London, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BE, roughly mid-way between Piccadilly and Green Park Underground stations (Piccadilly, Bakerloo, Victoria and Jubilee Lines).

The Society’s holdings are located at basement stacks 375 and 386, door 6. Locations of other books can be found from the computerized catalogue accessible from the terminals on the library main (first) floor.

Access

• Members of the British Society of Master Glass Painters may use the Society's Library for reference and without appointments on presentation of a current membership card to the porter.
• Research students of stained glass require a recommendation from their supervisor, and should make an appointment before a first visit; contact the Librarian.
• Members of the public may apply to the Library for access for a limited period; contact the Librarian.
• The Library is open from 10 am to 5 pm, Monday to Wednesday and Friday; use of the Library on Thursdays after 1 pm is restricted to Fellows of the Society of Antiquaries. The premises are usually closed on public holidays and for the summer vacation (July and August).

Copying

Library material can be photocopied subject to copyright and if there is no risk of damage; requests should be made to library staff and a charge is made. Alternatively material may be photographed without flash.