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Rare Books: Visit Us

Information on the holdings, organization, and access points of the Rare Books Library

Location

FInd Us in the Library

We are located on the third floor of Pius XII Memorial Library in Room 307. All non-SLU patrons must sign in at the Lindell entrance service desk with a photo ID. 

Directions from Stairs:

Turn left upon reaching the third floor landing and pass through the doorway. Turn right just past the first set of study cubicles. Continue straight to the end of the hall.

Directions from Circ. Desk (older) Elevator:

Turn right upon reaching the third floor and pass through the doorway. Turn right just past the first set of study cubicles. Continue straight to the end of the hall.

Directions from ATC (newer) Elevator:

Upon reaching the third floor, walk straight until you've passed the individual study pods. Turn left and continue straight to the end of the hall.

Logistics

The  Saint Louis University Libraries Archives are open by appointment only Monday-Friday. Please contact us at rbk@slu.edu to make an appointment. As our space being used for classes, researchers, and the occasional tour, appointments allow us to ensure we are able to accommodate your visit.

Rules & Expectations

  • Please wash your hands with soap and water before your visit to remove any dirt and oils on your hands.
  • Keep personal belongings (i.e. bags) separate from the study area. There are cubbies and lockers available in our entry space.
  • Use pencil only. We have pencils available if needed.
  • You may bring in a computer, tablet, phone, camera (no tripod), and/or notepaper.
    • Photography is permitted for personal/research use, provided you do not use flash.
  • No food, drinks, or gum.
  • Leave books on their book supports - please don't pick them up to flip through.
  • Use any tools provided to you such as weights, book supports, and micro-spatulas.
  • Ask someone if you have questions about how to handle a specific item - that's why we're here!
  • We HIGHLY recommend washing your hands afterward — some bindings are made using less-than-great materials and everything in our collections has at least a century's worth of dirt & grime on it.

Parking

Metered public parking is available on Lindell Boulevard for up to two hours. For longer visits, we recommend using the visitor parking in the Laclede Garage at the corner of Grand Boulevard and Laclede Avenue (see information on SLU visitor parking for current rates).