Etchings that depict holdings from the
Ransom Center’s collections.
© Thomas McConnell Photography 2004
Harry Ransom Center
The Harry Ransom Center’s Reading and Viewing Room will be open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The center expects increased usage during the MLA convention. Patrons may experience limited access to the Reading and Viewing Room and the collections, including longer than usual paging times.
Be prepared:
• Write to reference@hrc.utexas.edu before 22 December with your intended visitation date and research interest.
• Create your research account in advance. This account is required for requesting materials.
• Bring a photo ID.
• When scheduling your visit, allow time for the orientation video and for consultation with the center’s staff to help you locate materials among the collections.
• For the performing arts, film, photography, or art collections, the center recommends contacting the appropriate curator in advance.
• To place limited materials on hold, write to reference@hrc.utexas.edu no later than 23 December.
• Review the Reading and Viewing Room regulations and general visitor information before your visit.
LBJ Presidential Library
The LBJ Library Reading Room (10th floor) will be open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. There may be increased usage during the MLA convention, so it is recommended that you schedule your appointment in advance.
Items of note:
• Call the archivist on duty at 512 721-0212 to schedule an appointment.
• When scheduling your visit, allow time for the researcher orientation interview.
• Following the interview, you will receive an identification card that you should keep for all subsequent visits to the Reading Room.
• Pencils (no pens) are allowed in the Reading Room as are laptops, tablets, digital cameras, and materials provided by the LBJ Library. Other personal belongings (including notebooks, purses, and computer cases) must be stored in the lockers.
• All items entering and leaving the Reading Room must be inspected by a library employee.
• Review the Reading Room’s rules and regulations before your visit.
• For additional information, see the LBJ Presidential Library’s list of useful Web addresses.
Regarding advanced notice to visit the Harry Ransom Center, please email reference@hrc.utexas.edu before December 22. The Ransom Center will be closed December 23-Janaury 3. Wishing you all safe travels to and from Austin, and a happy holiday.