Visual Art Library

A unique collection of art resources in New London, Connecticut

"We have far more works available to refresh our memories than those which even the greatest of museums could bring together. For a "Museum without Walls" is coming into being, and (now that the plastic arts have invented their own printing-press) it will carry infinitely farther that revelation of the world of art..."

André Malraux, from Voices of Silence

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    What is the Visual Art Library?

    The Visual Art Library is a non-profit organization that aims to share its collection of art books, exhibition catalogs, and announcements with the arts community. Located in the beautiful historic Harris Building in New London, Connecticut, the library includes a reading room, three galleries, and an education center. Through art education programs, visiting artist lectures and documentaries, our goal is to contribute to the arts district of our culturally thriving city.

    The Collection

    With thousands of monographs, exhibition catalogs and announcements in print, the Visual Art Library (VAL) is a unique historical record of one person's love for modern and contemporary art. Supported by art book collectors who also donate to the Library, this special collection encapsulates an era in which art was vibrant. The Visual Art Library is responsible for organizing, archiving and cataloging these resources.

    Explore The Collection