Firestone Library

Since its founding more than 260 years ago, the library system at Princeton has grown from a collection of 474 volumes in one room of Nassau Hall to more than 11 million holdings in approximately 12 buildings throughout the campus. Firestone Library functions as the main library on campus and assumes primary responsibility for the humanities and social sciences.

Access to most areas of Firestone requires a valid Princeton University campus identification card with photograph. Researchers and scholars not affiliated with the University are welcome to use many Firestone collections under certain conditions, although non-affiliated researchers may be subject to a fee for access or borrowing privileges. All visitors are advised to consult with the Privileges Office (609) 258-5737 for details prior to arrival.

Specialized services divisions within Firestone include:

• Scholarly Collections and Research Services
• Circulation Services
• Course Reserve Services
• Borrow Direct and Interlibrary Loan Services
• Data and Statistical Services
• Government Documents (Depository Access)
• Microforms Service
• Reading and Graduate Study Rooms
• Video Services

The Rare Books and Special Collections department, also located within Firestone, sponsors exhibitions that are open to the public and free of charge. Use of the department's collections by visiting researchers requires registration, including the presentation of photo identification (e.g., a driver's license). Appointments are not necessary, with the exception of the Scheide and Cotsen Children's Libraries.

• Rare Books and Special Collections
• Cotsen Children's Library
• Scheide Library
• Exhibition Galleries

Consult Firestone Floor Plans and Call Number Information to locate collections and services in Firestone Library.