Access Materials Beyond the Smithsonian Libraries
•Use ILLiad to request items from other libraries around the world. Expedite service by including the OCLC number for the requested item.
•Use the “Request” link from OneSearch and many of our databases to automatically complete the ILLiad form.
•For more information use the ILLiad User Guide (link)
•Parameters for borrowing on behalf of Smithsonian staff from non-Smithsonian libraries:
–Anyone with a Smithsonian Libraries borrower’s card is eligible [link]. Badge holders must have no fewer than 30 days remaining before termination in order to request materials from other libraries.
–Most lending libraries loan materials for 30 days. Loan periods, renewals and restrictions for use are determined by the lending library. Requests to renew material must be made at least 4 days prior to the due date. Contact the Interlibrary Loan Services office directly. [link]
–Return materials to any location of the Smithsonian Libraries on or before the due date.
•Questions about Interlibrary Loan? Contact the librarian at your selected location, or the Interlibrary Loan Services office at 202.633.1245 or ill@si.edu.
