The Research Library's collection, currently over 40,000 titles, contains current and historical works on the histories and cultures of indigenous peoples north of Mexico, including Canada, Alaska, and Hawaii, with an emphasis on 20th century materials. Print formats include books, serials, maps, pamphlets and brochures. The collection includes visual and audio recordings and several electronic resources. The serials collection of more than 800 titles includes journals, magazines, newspapers, and auction catalogs supporting the library's mission. It also includes a large collection of Tribal publications.
Who can use Research Library? The library is free (no Museum admission required) and open to the public. Library visitors should enter through the Museum’s Group Entry, located in the middle of the building.
Can libray materials be borrowed? The Research Library is not a lending library. Material may only be used on-site, however photocopying is allowed within the boundaries of copyright law.
Can the Research Library assist with family history, Native American ancestry, or genealogy? While we are not designed to support genealogical research, and there are no trained genealogists on staff, we do have some materials that may help get you started, including a bibliography of sources. We also have some material on microfilm which may help while researching family histories of New London County (census, vital, and land records). More resources are available at the Connecticut State Library.
Mashantucket Pequot Research Library Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center 110 Pequot Trail, P.O. Box 3180 Mashantucket, CT 06338-3180 Telephone: (860) 396-6897 Email: reference@mptn-nsn.gov
The Research Library accepts reference requests by electronic mail. All requests for information are given prompt attention but an immediate response is not always possible. Staff members cannot undertake extensive research but will, within reasonable limits, provide information from or about the Research Library holdings. Thank you for your patience, and for your interest in our collections.
If complete return address information is not included, your response may be delayed.
