Special Collections is open to all members of the Canisius College community as well as the public. If you simply wish to view the collection, you are welcome to come in anytime the library is open. Classes or groups are also welcome to view and discuss the items in the collection. Appointments are suggested for lengthy visits. Please see one of the reference librarians, call 888-2916, or e-mail delaneyk@canisius.edu for more information.
The room itself consists of two separate parts: an inner work and storage room, and an outer reading and display area. The collection remains shelved in the inner room, where the materials can be more easily monitored and the lights can be kept off as much as possible to prevent further deterioration. The outer reading room holds rotating displays of selected portions of the collection and an area to use the materials.
Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Special Collections rooms. Photocopying is allowed with permission. However, in some cases the spines of the books may be damaged or the paper may be too fragile to permit it. Items from Special Collections do not circulate and must be used on the premises.