A significant portion of our archives is available at the Wells Library during the BFCA’s usual hours of operation. It’s a good idea to review the information about what to expect when you visit before you make your way here.
Some of our materials are restricted and can only be handled under certain conditions or with permission from outside parties. If you are interested in a specific item or collection, we recommend you contact an archivist before you plan your visit.
Our summer hours are by appointment only (no walk-ins)
Our regular academic year hours are:
Advance appointments are required for film viewings and special collections access.
Our location:
Black Film Center & Archive
Wells Library, Room 044
1320 East Tenth Street
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana 47405
Office phone: 812-855-6041 (please leave a voicemail if there is no answer)
Fax: 812-856-5832
E-mail: bfca@iu.edu
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Juneteenth
Labor Day
Thanksgiving & the following Friday
Christmas Day
New Year's Day
We particularly recommend contacting us in advance if you plan to visit when Indiana University classes are not in session, such as during spring or winter breaks.
The Media School
Black Film Center & ArchiveHours: Mon–Thurs: 9:00a.m.–noon & 1:00p.m.–4:30p.m. ; Fri: By appointment only
