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Guidelines
for Using Resources in the Special Collections Department
The Special Collections Department holds
the University Archives, manuscript collections (non-university related
archival collections), and the library's rare book collection.
Location
The Special Collections
Department is located in Room 403 of Parks Library on the Iowa State
University Campus.
Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm,
or by special appointment
Contact
Information
Rules for Using Special Collections
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All Special Collections materials must
be used in the Special Collections reading room, 403 Parks Library.
Materials may not be checked out.
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No food, drink, or chewing gum is
permitted in the Special Collections Department
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No pens are allowed; researchers are
asked to use pencils. Laptop computers are permitted.
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Researchers are asked to complete a
brief registration card at the Special Collections reference desk upon
arrival.
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All bags, backpacks, briefcases,
purses, etc., must be placed in the closet.
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Special Collections materials are in
closed stacks. Researchers must request items at the Special Collections
reference desk.
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Materials must be handled with care.
General Tips
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Many collections have finding aids
available online or in the department. The finding aid provides an
overview of the collection and a container list which can help you
identify which boxes or folders to use.
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If you have any questions in advance
of your research visit, or if you would like to know whether the Special
Collections Department contains materials which would be helpful for
your project, contact the department by e-mail (spclref@iastate.edu)
or telephone (515-294-6672).
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Some materials are stored off-site, so
it is best to contact the Special Collections Department in advance of
your visit to ensure that the materials will be available for use.
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The Special Collections
website has
additional information about the department and the collections.
Reproducing
Special Collections Material
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Photocopies: A self-service
photocopier is available in the Special Collections reading room, and
copies may be made for $0.10 per page. Materials must be photocopied
with care, and some materials cannot be photocopied because of their
fragile state.
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Document Delivery Service: If you
cannot visit the Special Collections Department in person, you may
request photocopies of selected materials. Fees do apply. For more
information, contact the department or see the department's
photocopy policy.
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Digital Scans: It is possible to order
scans of documents and photographs; fees do apply. See the
request form and policies for scanned materials
for more information.
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Digital cameras: You may request
permission to use a digital camera (without flash) to take pictures of
Special Collections material.
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