Schedule an Appointment to Visit Special Collections
Special Collections are non-circulating and can be accessed in-person in the designated reading room.
Special Collections and University Archives
The Maryland Room
Hornbake Library North,
Rm 1202
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
301-405-9212
askhornbake@umd.edu
Appointments required.
Special Collections in Performing Arts
The Lowens Room
Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, Rm 1517
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
301-405-9220
scpa@umd.edu
Appointments encouraged.
International Piano Archives at Maryland
IPAM Reading Room
Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, Rm 2517D
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
301-405-9224
godowsky@umd.edu
Appointments encouraged.
Appointments are not required if you plan to study in the Maryland Room, use the public computers/scanners, or otherwise do not need to consult Special Collections material during your visit.
If you are researching with a group, each person must complete the appointment form.
Plan your research in advance. Schedule your appointment and submit requests for materials you plan to consult during your visit at least 3 full business days in advance. If you do not meet this requirement, you may be asked to reschedule your appointment.