Guide to the Pembroke Library Papers, 1918-1993

(bulk 1961-1993)

John Hay Library, University Archives and Manuscripts
Box A
Brown University
Providence, RI, 02912
Telephone: Manuscripts: 401-863-3723; University Archives: 401-863-2148
Email: Manuscripts: hay@brown.edu; University Archives: archives@brown.edu

Published in 2019

Collection Overview

Title:	Pembroke Library Papers
Date range:	1918-1993, (bulk 1961-1993)
Creator:	Pembroke College (Brown University)
Extent:	0.5 linear feet
Abstract:	The collection includes materials from the daily running of the library, including two stamps, an hours sign, annual reports, library committee records, and staff orientation guides. Although the dates of this collection are from 1918-1993, most items are from 1961-1993.
Language of materials:	English
Repository:	John Hay Library, University Archives and Manuscripts
Collection number:	OF-1X-16

Scope & content

The collection includes materials from the daily running of the library, including two stamps, an hours sign, annual reports, library committee records, and staff orientation guides. Although the dates of this collection are from 1918-1993, most items are from 1961-1993.

Access Points

Subject Organizations

• Pembroke College (Brown University)

Subject Topics

• Education
• Libraries and colleges.

Arrangement

This collection is arranged in a single series.

• Series 1. Subject Files

Biographical/Historical Note

Pembroke Library was situated on the top floor of Pembroke Hall, the first building erected in 1897 for the use of Pembroke College, the Women's College at Brown.The building served in a strictly academic capacity until 1971, when it was renovated to contain office spaces. In 2008, Pembroke Hall was renovated again, and Pembroke Library was repurposed as classrooms, conference rooms, office spaces for the Cogut Center for the Humanities and the Pembroke Center for Teaching and Research on Women.

Access & Use

Access to the collection:	There are no restrictions on access, except that the collection can only be seen by prior appointment. Some materials may be stored off-site and cannot be produced on the same day on which they are requested.
Use of the materials:	Although Brown University has physical ownership of the collection and the materials contained therein, it does not claim literary rights. Researchers should note that compliance with copyright law is their responsibility. Researchers must determine the owners of the literary rights and obtain any necessary permissions from them.
Preferred citation:	Pembroke Library Papers, OF-1X-16, Brown University Library.
Contact information:	John Hay Library, University Archives and Manuscripts Box A Brown University Providence, RI, 02912 Telephone: Manuscripts: 401-863-3723; University Archives: 401-863-2148 Email: Manuscripts: hay@brown.edu; University Archives: archives@brown.edu

Administrative Information

ABOUT THE COLLECTION
ABOUT THE FINDING AID
Author:	Finding aid prepared by Paul Jordan and Shreya Rajachandran
Encoding:	This finding aid was produced using the RIAMCO EAD spreadsheet, 2019 April 26
Descriptive rules:	Finding aid based on Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS)

Additional Information

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