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Special Collections Reading Room (3rd Floor) (Harvard-Yenching Library: Special Collections Reading Room) Capacity: 5

Special Collections Reading Room (3rd Floor)

Description

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Harvard-Yenching Library Closed 9am – 8pm 9am – 8pm 9am – 8pm 9am – 8pm 9am – 5pm 12pm – 5pm
Special Collections Closed 9:30am – 12pm
1pm – 4:30pm
9:30am – 12pm
1pm – 4:30pm
9:30am – 12pm
1pm – 4:30pm
9:30am – 12pm
1pm – 4:30pm
9:30am – 12pm
1pm – 4:30pm
Closed

 

Access

  • Harvard-Yenching Library Special Collections Reading Room is currently open to all researchers (both HUID holders and visiting researchers).
  • Non-HUID holders are encouraged to register for a Library Access Card with Harvard Library Access and Borrowing Office before accessing the library.

Step 1: Schedule a Reading Room Appointment

  • Special Collections materials must be viewed in Harvard-Yenching Library's Special Collections Reading Room (3rd Floor).
  • Scroll down to schedule an appointment (at least one business day in advance).

Step 2: Request Materials to View

  • In the HOLLIS record, use the “Request to Scan or Visit” link to submit a HOLLIS Special Request. Please note there will be no automated email confirmation.
  • Materials stored offsite require 2-4 business days to process.
  • Alternatively, contact us to request materials or confirm availability.

General Guidelines

  • Best practices for handling special collections must be strictly followed to preserve materials for future use.
  • If you notice any materials deteriorating or out of order, please inform library staff.
  • Nothing should be placed on top of collection materials including tripods, scanners, camera flashes, special lighting.
  • Researchers may photograph materials, unless the collection has restrictions. Strictly follow staff instruction when photographing collection materials. Please do not take photos of the Special Collections Reading Room, other patrons, or library staff without consent.
  • Phone calls are not allowed in the Reading Room. In order to preserve relative quiet for our researchers, we ask laptop computer, handheld device, and digital camera users to turn off all audible features, if possible. Ear plugs are available upon request. 

Last updated February 2025.

Thursday, March 27, 2025

First select a start time from the grid below. You will then be able to modify the end date/time in the dropdown below the grid.

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