Visit the Hatch Reading Room
The Special Collections of Kelvin Smith Library are rare and fragile library materials that have to be used in the building.
The Henry R. Hatch reading room, on the second floor of the library, is set aside for use of these materials under the helpful supervision of our staff.
Library patrons agree to abide by the following rules to help us preserve the collections.
- All patrons must provide the required information on this form, and present a photo ID. We will ask each researcher to update her or his information annually.
- Materials must be handled with care, according to the instructions given by Special Collections personnel.
- Users may not remove material from the reading room.
- Food and drink are prohibited.
- Pencils are the only writing utensils allowed.
- Bags, coats, and other personal items must be stored separately from our materials. We strongly recommend that you do not leave personal items unattended if you leave the reading room.
- Patrons may take photographs of materials for private use (without flash). Staff can provide researchers with other reproductions according to the fee schedule.
Research Services
Professional staff provides reference services to patrons during posted service hours and by appointment. We work one-on-one with patrons to identify and provide Special Collections material for use in their research.
Exhibit Viewing
Exhibits in Hatch Reading Room change regularly. Visitors are welcome and encouraged to view exhibits during open hours. Visitors viewing exhibits are asked to keep noise levels down when patrons are using the room.
Quiet Study
Hatch Reading Room is a designated quiet study room. Library patrons may make use of the room for this purpose, but visitors who are using special collections materials will be given preference if seating becomes limited.
