This joint archive consists of 240 linear feet of materials that illustrate how Didion's personal experiences intertwined with her professional writing, particularly during her most painful moments.

The archives include 336 boxes of personal and professional materials, encompassing correspondence, drafts, and notes from Didion and Dunne's intertwined lives and careers.

The collection is well-ordered, having been sorted by project by Didion and Dunne, which aids future research efforts.

The library encourages general public access to the collection, requiring only an ID and library card for visitors to explore the materials.

The New York Public Library (NYPL) opened the joint archives of acclaimed writers Joan Didion and John Gregory Dunne on March 26, 2025, attracting significant public interest.

The library acquired the extensive collection in 2023, two years after Didion's death at the age of 87, and archivists have meticulously organized the materials for researchers.

It is divided into four parts: Didion's research and correspondence, Dunne's projects, their collaborative screenplay work, and their personal lives.

The archive is accessible to anyone with a NYPL library card, and it is expected to inspire further scholarship on Didion, Dunne, and related subjects.

Lesley M.M. Blume was among the first researchers to visit the archives, indicating a high level of interest in Didion's work and life.

Among the personal items are awards, baby books, and details of Didion's renowned dinner parties, including menus and seating charts.

Notable mementos include a pressed flower arrangement and a yellow Post-it note with a poem written by Didion's daughter, Quintana.

Additionally, a new book titled 'Notes to John,' featuring Didion's journal entries from her therapy sessions, is set to be published in April 2025, further highlighting her literary legacy.