Rare Book and Special Collections Library

A number of the library’s most famous treasures are found in the rare book and special collections library.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free
Hours
M-F: 8:30am-5pm
Address
346 Library, 1408 W. Gregory Dr.
Phone
217-333-2290
Website
www.library.uiuc.edu/rb
Map
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