How do I obtain a Patron ID and Password?
Answer
Patron ID numbers for the Library Catalog are issued to researchers who intend to visit the Library in-person to consult materials as a Reader as well as issued to Getty Staff, Scholars, Interns, Guest Researchers, Docents, and Volunteers. To visit the library as a Reader by appointment, please submit a Library Request Form. Getty Staff, Scholars, Interns, Guest Researchers, Docents, or Volunteers who would like a patron ID can visit the Reference Desk, Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. If you are unable to visit during Library hours, contact the Reference Desk at 310-440-7390 or submit a Library Request Form.
Patron ID numbers and passwords are used to request and circulate physical material within the Library. Patron ID numbers do not provide access to subscription databases or digitized materials with the note "Access is available only to on-site readers and Getty staff."