Make a Research Appointment

Founder’s Hall welcomes all researchers, from “traditional” academics to students, National History Day participants, neighborhood residents, alumni, and all with an interest in the collections. The Stephen Girard artifact collection, Stephen Girard library, Girard College architecture and Girard College Legacy collections are open to researchers by appointment during business hours. Please contact Kathy Haas, Director of Historical Resources, to schedule an appointment.

Researchers interested in the Stephen Girard Papers should visit the American Philosophical Society, which maintains a microfilm copy of the papers and has more extensive reading room facilities and hours.

rights & reproductions

On-site researchers may take their own digital photos for reference/research purposes, with the permission of the staff. Images for off-site researchers, publication images, and permissions to publish are available according to this fee schedule. Please contact Kathy Haas, Director of Historical Resources, to request images and/or permissions.