Brief history of the Archbishop O'Brien Library
Subjects Relating to Catholicism
Biblical Studies
Catechetics
Church History
Lay Ministry
Pastoral Ministry
Philosophy/Psychology
Saints' biographies
Spirituality
Theology
Worship
Also: Fiction, general collection of American and world history, arts and humanities, social sciences
The Library serves as a resource center for all members of the Archdiocese of Hartford and to the general public. We strive to provide an accessible collection of materials and resource-sharing that will foster the theological and spiritual teachings of the Catholic Church and promote Christian traditions and relationships.
Circulation of books and periodicals, DVD’s, Books-on-CD, sacred, classical and contemporary Christian music on CD.
A reference library and reference and research assistance including use of archival and rare book collections.
Interlibrary loan service through the ReQuest iConn database.
Access to informational and journal databases and downloadable audiobooks through iConn Request.
Access of available resources from home.
Access to an extensive collection of current and back issues of periodical and journal subscriptions.
Use of the computer and the internet, items placed on reserve, copier.
Museum passes and events, programs and book sales.
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