Research from Photographs
Study Room
The Museum's collection contains approximately 75,000 photographs spanning the entire history of the medium, including 500 photographically illustrated books and albums. Almost all of these are eligible for firsthand inspection.
The Photograph Conservation Department is dedicated to conserving and researching photographs, time-based media, and bound volumes.
Time-Based Media Conservation cares for artworks using video, film, sound, 35mm slides, computers, and software from several of The Met’s curatorial departments, ensuring that these works can be exhibited and experienced for years to come.