Collections Inquiry and Research Request

The National Building Museum does not maintain a reference collection or general reference materials; however, some collections may be available for study by researchers through appointment only. Read our frequently asked questions or submit a research request below.

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Question - Required - Please indicate the research subject(s) you are interested in:

	Northwestern Terra Cotta
	S.H. Kress & Co.
	Stewart Brothers Photography
	Wurts Brothers Photography
	Robert Lautman Photography
	Ernest L. Brothers Interior Design
	James Stewart Construction Co. Albums
	Architectural Toy Collection
	Pension Building
	Other
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If you have a copy of the image you are seeking, please send it to research@nbm.org

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