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DPLA Catalog

MCP server · by ianderso

Developer Tools Python v0.1.1

Search the Digital Public Library of America; reach the holding institution's record and images.

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Install

Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.

Pythonuvx dpla-catalog-mcp

Client configuration

Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.

mcpServers{
  "mcpServers": {
    "dpla-catalog-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "dpla-catalog-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

DPLA Catalog is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Python and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.

Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the DPLA Catalog MCP server?

DPLA Catalog is an MCP server by ianderso. Search the Digital Public Library of America; reach the holding institution's record and images.

How do I install DPLA Catalog?

Install it with: uvx dpla-catalog-mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is DPLA Catalog free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/ianderso/dpla-catalog-mcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support DPLA Catalog?

Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.