Use this service offering to reserve a research space in the Archives and Special Collections reading room. Because our rare, unique, and institutional materials reside in secure, climate-controlled stacks and cannot be checked out, all research must be conducted on-site under staff supervision.
Service protocols
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Advance Notice: Appointments must be submitted at least 48 business hours in advance to ensure staff availability and material retrieval.
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Material Limits: To ensure preservation and security, researchers may be limited to a specific number of boxes or folders per session.
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Reading Room Rules: Researchers are required to follow preservation guidelines, which include using pencils only, silencing mobile devices, and leaving bags in designated spaces.
Submission guidelines
Please provide your preferred dates and times, along with the specific collection names or finding aid links for the items you wish to examine. You will receive a confirmation email once your appointment and materials are secured.