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 public community college, state college or university library. Please see below for detailed borrowing information.
Return books to the book drop outside of Tower across from Evans Way Park any time.
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, Zines | 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 |
| Vinyl Records | 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 |
* 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.