The Rare Book Collection contains more than 10,000 volumes, prints, drawings, photographs, and blueprints. The collections began with the Blisses' purchases in the mid-twentieth century.
Contesto culturale e geografico
Mandato/Fonti autoritative
Struttura amministrativa
The Rare Book Collection is a component of the Dumbarton Oaks Research Library.
Politiche di gestione documentale e di acquisizione
Edifici
Patrimoni
Strumenti di ricerca, guide e pubblicazioni
The shelving location of all materials held in the rare book room is clearly indicated in the HOLLIS record. Searching HOLLIS in advance of arrival is recommended.
Area delle informazioni relative alle condizioni d'accesso
Orari di apertura
The Rare Book Collection at Dumbarton Oaks is accessible by appointment, during the hours of 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 1:30–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Condizioni e requisiti per l'accesso
Use of materials held in the Rare Book Collection requires an appointment made in advance. To schedule an appointment, please contact Rare Book Collection staff at rarebooks@doaks.org or 202-339-6462.
The Rare Book Collection at Dumbarton Oaks is accessible by appointment, during the hours of 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 1:30–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.