The Research Library of the Detroit Institute of Arts was founded in 1905 to serve the art historical research needs of the museum. Bibliographic information on this material is available through our online catalogue. The library's resources include items such as DIA publications, auction catalogues, catalogues raisonn s, national and international museum publications, and monographs on artists.
Foreign publications make up a substantial part of the collection.
The mission of the Detroit Institute of Arts Research Library is to serve the scholarly needs of the museum curatorial staff, other professionals, and graduate students. We also provide reference services to students, museum volunteers, and members of the general public. Development of the library collection supports and complements the activities and programs of the museum. The library maintains its collection of materials in a condition that best provides for its preservation and use. The Research Library formally thanks and recognizes its generous donors.