It depends! This is a curator-level decision and will vary for each case. All requests for access to unprocessed collections require the Williams Center director's authorization. Any duplications of unprocessed interviews are not allowed beyond "Fair Use" unless this restriction is cleared by the director upon staff review of the item. Please note that the review process may take at least 1-2 business days, depending on the size of the collection.
Answered by: Jennifer Cramer
Yes, we can work with you to schedule class instruction or a tour. We only ask that you give as much advance notice as possible since the instruction calendar fills up fast, although we try our best to accommodate any requests. Find out more about planning a class with Special Collections: https://lib.lsu.edu/special#specialcollectionsinstruction (https://lib.lsu.edu/special/services/class)
Answered by: Kelly Larson
The short answer is no. Like most archives and special collections, we are a non-circulating library. Very few exceptions are made for materials to be taken out of the building. We ask that researchers plan their research approach according to this policy. Review our Reading Room Policies: https://lib.lsu.edu/special#specialcollectionpolicies (https://lib.lsu.edu/special/about/policies)
Answered by: Kelly Larson
Yes! The Quiet Study Room, on the second floor of Hill Memorial Library, is open to students throughout the semester on weekdays, from 9am - 5pm. Food and drinks are not allowed in the Quiet Study Room, but may be consumed in the first floor lobby.
Answered by: Kelly Larson
Yes. We accept books, manuscripts, archival materials, and photographs that fall in line with our collecting priorities. You will work with one of our curators to assess the appropriateness of your materials for our collections. We are not able to accept everything offered. We also gratefully accept monetary donations which help fund collection accessibility and preservation, as well as support our educational public programming and exhibitions.
Answered by: Kelly Larson
