Contact Special Collections

Experienced researchers will realize that there is not a complete substitute for actually visiting the Special Collections Research Center, but for those who simply can’t visit, we will do what we can to help.

Use This Service: 

For general inquiries, please fill out and submit the Special Collections Information Request Form. Our knowledgeable staff will respond to your question as soon as possible. For more specific questions, please contact the appropriate person for your request from the list of staff contacts. To better assist you, please describe the nature of your inquiry, the intended use of the research material and a summary of your research project.

Location: 

Fifth floor of Lauinger Library

Contact Information: 

Phone: (202) 687-7444
Fax: (202) 687-7501

Hours: 

Monday–Friday* 9 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
*The Reading Room is closed on Fridays. Access by appointment only.