The Morton R. Godine Library is open to the public and anyone may come and use our materials in the library.
Those wishing to borrow materials must have a current ID card from MassArt or any FLO or Massachusetts state college or university library. Please see below for detailed borrowing information.
Circulation Policy
| MassArt Undergrads/ CE Students/ Staff/Alumni |
MassArt Grad Students | Faculty | Consortium Members | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Books, DVDs, Videotapes | 25 item limit 4 week loan 2 renewals |
25 item limit Semester loan |
Unlimited titles Semester loan |
10 item limit 4 week loan 2 renewals |
| Films | By arrangement | By arrangement | By arrangement | By arrangement |
| Magazines, Reference*, Folios, Skulls, Artists' Books | In-library use only |
In-library use only |
In-library use only |
In-library use only |
| Reserve Items** | 3 item limit 3 hour loan in-library use |
3 item limit 3 hour loan in-library use |
3 item limit 3 hour loan in-library use |
3 item limit 3 hour loan in-library use |
| Record | 5 item limit 7 day loan 1 renewal |
5 item limit 7 day loan 1 renewal |
10 item limit 7 day loan 1 renewal |
5 item limit 7 day loan 1 renewal |
| Record Player, DVD/Blu-ray Drive, Typewriter | 1 item limit 7 day loan 1 renewal |
1 item limit 7 day loan 1 renewal |
5 item limit 7 day loan 1 renewal |
in-library use |
| Headphones, Marker Kits | 1 item 3 hours, In-library use |
1 item 3 hours, In-library use |
1 item 3 hours, In-library use |
1 item 3 hours, In-library use |
* At the librarian’s discretion, reference items may circulate for a short period of time.
** Loan period for Reserves is typically 3 hours, but may vary and depending on faculty member.
Fines & Fees
The MassArt Library does not charge fines for overdue items. It does charge a fee for a lost or damaged item. See below for rates.
If you have overdue library material and/or you owe more than $55 in library fees, your borrowing privileges at the library will be suspended. Additionally, if you do not pay your fines and return your overdue library books, the library may put a hold on your MassArt account so that you will be blocked from registering for classes and receiving your grades. If you are unable to pay your fines or if you have lost a book, please talk to a librarian. We can work with you to find an affordable solution for you.
| Lost or Damaged Beyond Repair* | Damaged but Repairable** | |
|---|---|---|
| Books | $55 | $25 |
| CDs and DVDs | $30 | N/A |
| Videos & Films | $75 | N/A |
| Sound Recordings | $10 | N/A |
| MFA Passes | $75 | N/A |
Fees for lost and/or damaged library materials apply to all borrowers, including staff and faculty.
*Patrons can choose to replace an item instead of paying for the replacement cost. If you would like to replace an item that you have lost, please consult with a ibrarian first.
**This is the maximum amounts you may have to pay for a damaged item. Patrons are not charged for damage caused by regular use. In some cases, a librarian may determine that the damage is not extensive enough to warrant repair, in which case you may not have to pay a fee. Every fee will be assessed on an item by item basis.
Other Libraries
The Morton R. Godine Library has affiliations with many area libraries, which means that current students, staff, and faculty with library accounts in good standing may borrow items from these libraries. Please note that you will be subject to the circulation policies of these libraries.
- Fenway Libraries Online (FLO)
- Massachusetts Commonwealth Consortium of Libraries in Public Higher Education Institutions (MCCLPHEI)
- Massachusetts state-wide shared catalog called ComCat.
Borrowing at SMFA Library at Tufts
To borrow materials from SMFA Library at Tufts, MassArt students and faculty need to apply for permission. Your application will be reviewed within 48 hours during the work week. Please note that you will be subject to the circulation policies of the SMFA Library at Tufts.
Film/Video Vault
Films located in the Film/Video vault are rare and delicate and require special care for viewing. If you would like to schedule a viewing for one of these titles, please contact Rachel Resnik in the Library at rresnik@massart.edu. She will help you arrange for a projectionist. Please allow 2 weeks for scheduling. All films located in the Film/Video Vault are shown in one of the MassArt projection rooms. They do not circulate like regular library collections.