Rare Book Collection

The Rare Book Collection contains items published before 1900 and items that have intrinsic value such as limited editions or copies inscribed by the author. Strengths include horticulture, architecture, and French literature and history.

There are about 10,000 titles in this collection including books and magazines. All holdings are listed in the Dupré Library Catalog and identified by the designation "Rare Book Collection."

Items can be requested at the Special Collections Reference Desk in the Jefferson Caffery Reading Room and used there. The materials do not circulate.

Rare Book Collection Policies & Procedures

Rare Book Collection Holdings Index