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Suber Archives & Special Collections

This is the homepage of archives and special collections at Lewis Library. From this page you can discover digitized archives, collections, and past and current exhibits, as well as information about archives and special collections mission and history.

Archives Home and FAQs

The Suber Archives serves as the official repository and institutional memory of LaGrange College by collecting, preserving, and making accessible the records and artifacts that provide evidence of past College history and contribute to an understanding of the College's structure and its historic past which began with the granting of its charter in 1831. It is the goal of the Suber Archives to provide access  to these records while complying with our privacy and and access policies. 
Please contact at rmgreeff@lagrange.edu for more information.

 

 

Where are we located?

 

 

What are our hours?

 

Do I need to make an appointment?

 

Where can I do my research?

 

What are our policies on access and copyright?

We are located on the lower level of the Lewis Library in Room 107. LaGrange College is located at 601 Broad Street, LaGrange, Georgia. There is ample, free visitor's parking in the clock tower parking lot, which is located across Vernon Street from the library.

 

By appointment only during regular library hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00).  Please contact us by email at rmgreeff@lagrange.edu.

If you have a specific request we would appreciate it if you can give us 2 weeks in advance so we can have it waiting for you when you visit.

 

In the Reading Room of the Suber Archives. All archival materials must be used under the supervision of the Archives Specialist and you will need to sign in and show identification when you arrive. 

 

Our mission is to provide maximum access to our collections, but privacy concerns may take precedence. For our detailed policies regarding access, copyright issues, and our collection criteria, please click on the Suber Archives Policies tab.

 Other Useful Information

 

What is a Finding Aid?

A Finding Aid is a tool that archivists create which contains a detailed guide describing the information contained in a specific collection. The Finding Aid assists the researcher in determining if the contents will be useful and relevant to his or her topic. Because the Suber Archives is a new department, not all collections have a Finding Aid at the present time, but as processing continues they will be posted online.  

Can I check out materials?

Because most of our documents are unique, the materials in the Suber Archives cannot be checked out and must remain in the Archives. To view them, you will need to submit a request either by telephone or email requesting the materials you want to use so they will be available for you to view when you arrive.  Please check out our Access policies in advance.

Can I make copies?

Most people use their cell phones to make copies. We will scan up to 10 free copies and email them to you but there is a charge for requests over this amount as our server cannot accommodate large files.

 Does the Suber Archives accept donations?  Do you appraise items?

We love donations and we have many wonderful things in our collections due to the generosity of our alumni and others. We do not accept everything since we may already have copies or there may not be enough room to store an item. However, please contact us and let us know what you want to donate so we can let you know if your donation will be accepted. The Suber Archives does not appraise items. See the Policies tab for what we collect and click on this link to find an appraiser

Are there special rules when using the Archives?

Our holdings must be used in the Archives during our regular hours.

Researchers using archives or manuscript collections must sign in with the Archives. 

Only items needed to take notes are allowed in the Archives. Pencils only. Laptop computers are allowed, as are cell phones.

Food and beverages are not permitted in the Archives.

Place other personal property in the lockers. Practice cell phone courtesy by turning off your ringer and taking calls outside the Archives.

To keep the documents in order, researchers may use only one box from a collection at a time. Open only one folder at a time and please keep items in the same order in which you found them. 

Materials must be handled carefully and must be used flat on the table. Do not make any marks on materials or affix extraneous items such as Post-It notes. No books, papers, or other objects (except special weights used to hold materials flat) may be laid upon materials. 

 

Useful links

 

Blogs

The Lewis Library staff occasionally writes and posts blogs on its home page. To go to a blog related to the Suber Archives and Special Collections, click on the links below.

Iconic Smith Hall

Suber Archives visits Hilltop News

The Annotated Cat (Sort of)

Visit from Terry Kay

The Scroll

Christmas on Campus

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