Visiting, searching and borrowing

Visiting

The collection can be accessed by visiting the Sir Louis Matheson Library. View the Matheson Library floor plan to locate the collection. Specialist Rare Books staff can be found at the Rare Books information desk.

Please note: access to materials from the collection is only available during the Rare Books information desk hours.

Searching

To discover materials in the collection search the library catalogue. Choose an advanced search and select the limit to ‘Matheson Rare Books’.

Borrowing

Items in the Rare Books Collection may not be borrowed but are available for use in the Rare Books Reading Room. To view materials from the Collection ask for assistance at the Rare Books information desk.

Photocopying can be arranged, depending on the extent of the copying required and the condition of the book.

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