Special Collections Library

About the Library

Special Collections Library
Margaret I. King Building
Lexington, KY 40506-0039

Research Room:

859-257-8611

E-mail Reference:

sclibraryrefdesk@lsv.uky.edu

Hours:

Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Breckinridge Research Room is open 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
 

Mission:

The major goal of the Special Collections and Digital Programs (SCDP) is to locate and preserve materials documenting the social, cultural, economic, and political history of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Materials are acquired regardless of format and include both primary and secondary sources. Kentuckiana is collected comprehensively. A major objective is to support the programs of the University by preserving its past and by providing source materials which will further scholarship and research. SCDP is also charged with maintaining a records management program for all records generated by the University, thereby serving as an archival repository for permanent records.

Regulations for the Use of Materials in Special Collections and Digital Programs:

• Most materials in Special Collections and Digital Programs do not circulate. They are available for use in the Special Collections Research Room.
• Special permission must be obtained in order to bring in outside books and/or papers for use in connection with the materials located in Special Collections and Digital Programs.
• Book bags, brief cases, purses, etc. are not permitted in the Research Room. Lockers for the secure storage of such items are provided free of charge.
• No smoking, eating or drinking is permitted in the Research Room.
• All researchers and visitors must sign the Guest Register located near the lockers.
• Only pencils are permitted in the Research Room.
• Patrons must complete request forms and/or call slips when requesting material from the restricted, archival storage areas.
• Access may be limited for fragile or rare materials. Microfilm or photocopies will be provided when possible.
• Photocopying of rare books is prohibited.