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The renovated and expanded Carrier Library opened its doors on August 3! Visit during our hours of operation and save the date for our celebration on September 10 – Read More about The renovated and expanded Carrier Library opened its doors on August 3! Visit during our hours of operation and save the date for our celebration on September 10
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Special Collections

Browse Special Collections in the Catalog for: Artists’ Books | Broadsides | Juvenile Literature | Maps | Periodicals

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The Special Collections temporary reading room has closed permanently. Special Collections is currently moving to Carrier Library and will reopen in August.

See Changes to Special Collections Starting in May 2026 for more information.

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Email (preferred):
dsdc@jmu.edu

Phone: (540) 568-3612

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