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Special Collections

Fine and Rare Books collection of rare and unique materials, including manuscript collections of local authors and professors, is kept to preserve and care for these materials. The staff assists researchers working with rare books and archives, makes materials available for class lectures, and creates library exhibits.

The rare book collection is strongest in the history of printing and graphic design, 19th century English and American literature, and landmark books in the history of science.

Hours: Monday through Friday by appointment, 412-268-6622 or 412-268-7272.

Collection Highlights

• Ann Hayes Papers
  
  
• Anne Lyon Haight Collection
  Over 300 editions of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas," in various formats.

• Arnold Bank Collection of Calligraphy and Letter Arts
  Manuscripts, books, artwork and Bank's student work.

• Frances L. Hooper Collection
  Books, art work and manuscripts of Kate Greenaway.

• Gladys Schmitt Collection
  Carnegie Tech English professor and novelist. Books and manuscripts.

• Haniel Long Collection
  Pittsburgh (and Southwest) poet. Books and manuscripts.

• Posner Memorial Collection of the History of Science
  History of electricity, magnetism and other physical sciences.

• Sara Henderson Hay Collection
  Pittsburgh poet. Modern poetry books and manuscripts.

• Swiss Poster Collection
  Prize-winning posters of important graphic designers since 1970.

• Thomas Bell Collection
  Pittsburgh author ("Out of This Furnace"). Books and manuscripts.