| Special Collections
Hours, Policies,
and Procedures Special Collections hours are:
Weekday (Monday through Friday) afternoons, 1:00 - 5:00. Weekday morning by appointment only.
Researchers coming from afar are strongly encouraged to schedule an appointment. Staffing is limited and staff absences can require closing the department. The entire library (including Special Collections) is closed during intersession periods and University holidays.
Southwestern University students,
staff, and faculty as well as the general public are welcome
to conduct research in Special Collections. Although materials
are non-circulating, the John G. Tower Library reading room
provides an elegant and comfortable space to read and study
the university's rare books and other collections. Convenient
outlets are available for laptop computers.
Researchers are asked to read and sign a policy of rules
and regulations upon registering. These policies, designed
to protect and preserve rare and fragile materials, include
requests that patrons show photo-identification upon registering;
use pencils only; check all book bags, briefcases, and other
personal property not necessary for research; wear provided
gloves when handling photographs, and use care when examining
materials. Works in good condition may be photoduplicated
for a fee.
Inquiries concerning the use of the Special Collections or
the John G. Tower Papers are welcome and should be addressed
to:
Kathryn Stallard
Head, Special Collections & John G. Tower Papers
A. Frank Smith, Jr. Library Center
Southwestern University
P.O. Box 770
Georgetown, Texas 78627-0770
telephone (512) 863-1221
e-mail stallark@southwestern.edu
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