BIHS Research Library

Integrating Wisdom & Science

Home to the Edwin Bryant Collection and unique resources
in Consciousness, Cosmology, and Vaishnava Theology.

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About the Library

Mission: To provide access to unique print and electronic resources that facilitate scholarship in bhagavat studies, philosophy, science, cosmology, and consciousness.

Established in 2022, the library was built with the generous support of Hridayananda Goswami and the Tamal Krishna Goswami Legacy Trust. It serves as a vibrant center where the wisdom of the Bhagavat tradition meets contemporary metaphysics. We are proud to house the distinguished Edwin Bryant Collection of over 2,400 rare print resources.

Foundational Support

With deep gratitude to the visionaries who established this center of learning.

Financial Sponsorship

Dr. Howard Resnick (Hridayananda Goswami)
For instrumental support in infrastructure and facility acquisition.
The Tamal Krishna Goswami Legacy Trust
Establishing the Tamal Krishna Goswami Reading Room

Founding Book Donors

Dr. Edwin Bryant
Rutgers University
Dr. Shaya Isenberg
University of Florida
Dr. Gene Thursby
University of Florida
William Halvorson
Distinguished Collector

Library Policies & Guidelines

Please help us maintain a quiet and productive study space.

Environment

Help us maintain a quiet and productive study space.

  • Quiet Zone: Please maintain silence.
  • Mobile Devices: Silence phones; take calls outside.
  • Food/Drink: No open containers or food near books.
  • Group Study: Please inquire with staff first.

Special Collections

Due to their value, physical condition, and uniqueness, Special Collections materials must be treated with the utmost care.

  • In-House Only: Materials do not circulate.
  • Care: Do not mark, tear, or highlight pages.
  • Reshelving: Please place used books on the cart.
  • Handling: Ask staff for special item assistance.

Services

  • Scanning: Free (Save to flash drive or email).
  • Computers: Access to BIHS catalogue available.
  • A/V: Rolling TV stand & laptop hookup available.
  • Copyright: Adherence to laws required.

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Schedule Your Visit (Starting January 2026)

Library use is by appointment only. We welcome visitors starting in the new year.

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)


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