Princeton University Library (PUL) stewards diverse historical and contemporary collections that document a wide range of human experiences. As an academic and cultural heritage institution, we preserve materials in their original form to maintain historical accuracy and support scholarly research. This includes retaining content that may reflect perspectives which some users may find offensive or otherwise problematic.

PUL’s commitment to responsible stewardship includes our duty to describe and present materials accurately for contemporary users. We regularly:

• Add contextual information to help users understand historical materials
• Review and update descriptive language
• Implement thoughtful presentation methods for sensitive content

The Library welcomes input about how our collections are described and presented. Feedback can be provided through our discovery platforms or by contacting staff at any library location. Library staff will consider suggestions that balance scholarly needs and historical accuracy with clear, contemporary language.