Hi, No, Its open to the public (you as vistor), O'Niell Library has most of the books if you need micro film reels or cds just a licence for ID will do . The Burns Library (Irish studies and rare books manuscrips) is tighter security but an ID will do. Hope this helps, Dave **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014)