RBML Publications, 1928-2016
Collection context
- Creator:
- Columbia University. Rare Book and Manuscript Library
- Abstract:
- This collection consists of the publications of the special collection libraries at Columbia University.
- Extent:
- 2 linear feet 2 record cartons
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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This collection consists of the publications of the special collection libraries at Columbia University. It includes exhibition catalogues and programs, holdings or collection booklets, and publications by the Friends of the Columbia Libraries. It includes materials related to exhibitions held at Low Library, the Brander Matthews Dramatic Museum, Barnard College, and the Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Butler Library.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Rare Book & Manuscript Library (RBML) is Columbia's principal repository for primary sources. The range of collections in RBML span more than 4,000 years and comprise rare printed works, cylinder seals, cuneiform tablets, papyri, and Coptic ostraca; medieval and renaissance manuscripts; as well as art, realia and born-digital objects. Some 500,000 printed books and 90,000 linear feet (17 miles) of manuscripts, personal papers, and records form the core of the RBML holdings. One can find manuscripts from as early as the 14th century to the modern archives relating to Herman Wouk, Erica Jong, Serge Prokofiev, and Arthur Mitchell. Archives as varied as the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, Random House, and Amnesty International-USA, and the archives of Columbia University are available for research.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located onsite.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); RBML Publications; Box and Folder (if known); Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Libraries.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu