Reference Sources at the Newberry Library

The Newberry Library has a wide-ranging collection of reference sources related to the humanities.  Below, you will find a list of general subjects which are represented in the Newberry's reference collection.  Many more reference sources are listed in the Newberry's online catalog and card catalog. If you have any questions, please contact us at reference@newberry.org.

African American Studies Literature
American Indian Studies

Music 

Atlases & Geographical Works      

Mythology & Folklore

Bibliographies

Newspapers & Periodicals

Biography

Philosophy

Classical Studies

Popular Culture

Dance & Theater

Religion

Encyclopedias

Social Sciences

Fine & Decorative Arts

Style Manuals & Research Guides

Government Documents 

Travel, Exploration & American Frontier

History

Women's Studies

Journalism History