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Public Collections

This guide provides an overview of the Artstor Public Collections


Where do these collections come from?

All of the images, documents, audio, and video files in the collections linked to in this guide come from the Public Collections on library.artstor.org. Institutions contribute these collections by publishing from JSTOR Forum - the web-based software used to manage, describe, and deliver their digital collections.

This guide is not comprehensive because new content is being published all the time, but it seeks to capture the breadth and depth of the Public Collections. We're always adding newly published material to this LibGuide, so if you notice a collection that hasn't been added yet, let us know by writing to forumsupport@jstor.org! 

How can I use this content?

All of these collections have been made available by the institutions that manage them in order to allow broader access. All of the images can be viewed and downloaded without restrictions, but you should consult the rights data in each record to see if and how an image can be reused.

How can I get my digital collections included?

  • If you subscribe to JSTOR Forum, you can see our support site articles on publishing and sharing content or contact your Implementation Manager by writing to forumsupport@jstor.org to learn more.
  • If you've published content to the Public Collections and would like it to be included in this guide, please contact forumsupport@jstor.org. We'd love to add your collection!
  • Interested in subscribing to JSTOR Forum? Contact us to set up a free trial or write to participation@jstor.org. 

About the Public Collections

The Public Collections are a freely accessible library of images and other media where you can search and browse collections with tools to view, share, download, cite, and print media. Institutions that subscribe to JSTOR Forum, a Web-based service for cataloging and managing digital collections, can share their content as Public Collections.

About JSTOR Forum

JSTOR Forum is the new name for Shared Shelf and is the next generation of the web-based software for managing, describing, and delivering your library and museum collections to maximize their discoverability and usage.