We do allow digital cameras for personal research purposes. (Lockers require a refundable quarter to release the key.) Bags and purses must be stored in lockers, available in the third-floor lobby area outside the library entrance. You are welcome to bring a laptop or other device into the library, as well as notebooks, paper and pencils. No handheld or personal scanners are permitted. Wi-Fi is available, and there are electrical outlets at each library table for your use. Our Front Desk team at the Ohio History Center can register and print library cards.Ĭollection materials will be paged before your reservation, so please be sure to request all material before your visit. If you do not have a library card - separate from an Ohio History Connection membership card - please download, print and complete the forms below.
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We ask that researchers be registered for a free Archives & Library card. We look forward to being of service and enabling everyone to access Ohio's history. If you are having difficulties making a reservation, please send an email to call 614.297.2510. We consider each request carefully and respond as quickly as possible. If you request a reference interview, please allow up to five business days for us to reply. Please note: the next available is two weeks from the day you are reviewing appointments, please plan accordingly.Īfter submitting a reservation request please check your email inbox and possibly clutter/spam folder for a confirmation email. White or red squares indicate that the time slot and/or table are not available. Available reservations are indicated by green squares. To make a reservation, click "Make A Reservation", select "Next Available", select a date of interest, answer questions about your visit, and submit. The Archives & Library Research Room is available to all researchers Wednesdays 12:30 pm - 3 pm, Thursdays and Fridays, 10 am – 3 pm by appointment only. The Research and Microfilm rooms will be closed: As of September 1, 2021, we require everyone to wear masks at our indoor locations, in the Ohio History Center & Ohio Village, to help limit the spread of the more infectious variants of COVID-19.
The Ohio History Connection Archives & Library is now open by appointment only. Our experienced reference staff can help bring history to life by connecting you with original sources in our collection. We also offer research services, genealogy workshops and help in answering your research questions by email or phone. You'll find an extensive collection of newspapers, photos, manuscripts, books, maps and government records available in our Research Room at the Ohio History Center in Columbus and through our online collections catalog. Whether you're a genealogist, researcher, student or simply have questions about Ohio history, our Archives & Library are here to help.
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