New York Library Unveils Complete Archive of Jeffrey Epstein Files

From May 8 to May 21, 2024, a reading room in a Tribeca gallery will be open by appointment. The Institute for Primary Facts has assembled the 3.5 million pages of Department of Justice-released Epstein records into more than 3,700 volumes, totaling roughly 17,000 pounds of evidence.

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Jeffrey Epstein, who died in prison in 2019, is linked to systemic abuse and to former President Donald Trump. The Institute for Primary Facts, a nonprofit focused on government transparency, curated the exhibit and describes its mission as promoting transparency and accountability in U.S. government operations. David Garrett serves as the lead organizer. The White House, via spokesperson Abigail Jackson, issued a comment on Trump’s involvement. The reading room arranges the volumes on shelves surrounding a floor display of candles, each representing an alleged victim; more than 1,200 candles are placed.

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• May 8–21 2024: Public, appointment-only access.

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• 1987: First reported meeting between Epstein and Trump in Palm Beach.

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• 1993: Epstein attended Trump’s wedding to Marla Maples.

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• 2007: Epstein’s Mar-a-Lago membership ended after alleged inappropriate behavior observed by Trump.

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The collection comprises 3.5 million pages, 3,700+ volumes, about 17,000 pounds of physical evidence, and candles symbolizing more than 1,200 victims.

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The library seeks to make the full record publicly accessible, reinforcing accountability through transparency. By presenting the evidence, the exhibit aims to support survivors, inform researchers, and encourage civic engagement with the rule of law. The reading room is open to the public by appointment, allowing individuals to examine the primary documents directly.

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The White House stated that President Trump has been fully exonerated of any wrongdoing related to Epstein and asserted that he “has done more for Epstein’s victims than anyone.” This claim conflicts with the exhibit’s timeline, which documents alleged inappropriate behavior observed by Trump in 2007. The comment was provided after a media request for comment. No independent verification of either claim is provided.

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• “The evidence in this room is evidence of one of the most horrific crimes in American history,” — David Garrett, organizer, Institute for Primary Facts

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• “When people come through this room, I hope they realize that in America, we have the rule of law, and if they stand up they can take action and demand accountability for the crimes that were committed.” — David Garrett, organizer, Institute for Primary Facts

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• “been totally exonerated on anything relating to Epstein,” — Abigail Jackson, White House spokesperson

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• “has done more for Epstein’s victims than anyone.” — Abigail Jackson, White House spokesperson

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The reading room closes to the public after May 21, 2024. The Institute for Primary Facts indicates the collection may remain available for research by appointment, though no further details have been released.

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