Researchers may only bring tools necessary for research: paper, pencil, laptops, and cell phones.
Coats, bags of all sizes, laptop sleeves, and pens are not allowed in the reading room. You may check your items at the coat check on the first floor.
Researchers may not bring any food or drink (including water) into the reading room.
The reading room temperature is kept low to help protect materials. Outerwear cannot be worn, but you may consider dressing in layers for comfort.
Materials may not be removed from the reading room.
Photographing materials with a phone/camera is allowed for reference purposes only. Flash photography, tripods, and personal scanners are not allowed. If you have any questions about our rules for reproduction or using images for reference, please ask a Libraries & Archives staff member.
Please silence your phone and other electronic devices while in the reading room. We ask that you keep conversations to a minimum while conducting research.
Listen to instructions indicated by staff in handling materials. Please work with the materials carefully to prevent damage.
All materials must be returned to the Libraries & Archives staff before leaving the reading room.