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Research

Mildred R. and Frederick M. Mayer Library
An art research facility, the Mildred R. and Frederick M. Mayer Library collection focuses on the art of the Dallas Museum of Art while providing general information about art and art history of all periods.

For more information, please call the Reference Desk at 214-922-1277 or contact a librarian.

Research Resources
Search the catalog, make an appointment, or contact a librarian.

Research an Art Object
Pointers for getting started.

Writing About Art Objects
Guidance for researching the Museum's collection.

Library Use
Frequently asked questions.

Archives and Special Collections
The Dallas Museum of Art Archives was established to preserve and administer the Museum's permanent institutional records and special collections. The mission of the archives is to support the goals of the Dallas Museum of Art by identifying, collecting, preserving, and making available for staff the public records of enduring value created or received by the Museum and its employees.

History of the Dallas Museum of Art
Read a brief history and timeline of key events.

Museum Directors and Locations
Find names and dates of directors and Museum locations during our history.

The History of Collection at the Dallas Museum of Art
Introduction to the Collection from Dallas Museum of Art: A Guide to the Collection, 1997
Contemporary Art
African Art

The Vasari Award
Annual award sponsored by the Mayer Library and the Dallas Museum of Art from 1985 to 2008.

Our First 100 Years
Use our award-winning interactive program including unique documents and information from the Dallas Museum of Art Archives.

Archival Research Resources
View descriptions of our holdings.

Archives Use
Read procedures for use or contact the archivist.

Digital Archives Projects
Learn about our NEA funded projects.

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