Providence, John Hay Library
Owner Id00027766
TypeCorporate body
Biographical dates - Period of existence1910 -
Other InformationThe John Hay Library is the second oldest library on the campus of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, United States. It is located on Prospect Street opposite the Van Wickle Gates. After its construction in 1910, the Hay Library became the main library on campus, replacing the library now known as Robinson Hall. Today, the John Hay Library is one of five individual libraries that make up the University Library.
The Hay houses the University Library's rare books and manuscripts, the University Archives, and the Library's special collections.
In addition to general collections and online subscription databases, journals, and ebooks, the Library holds more than 500 named collections which are distinguished by their specialized subject matter, age, uniqueness, or value. See https://library.brown.edu/collatoz/#B : most of the listed collections on this page are located in the John Hay Library.
Activity
Start (year)1910
MARC Area Coden-us
PlaceProvidence (Geonames Id: 5224151)
Profession / Type of InstitutionLibrary
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