Special Collections - Frequently Asked Questions
	When can I browse the Quaker Book Collection?
	The Quaker Book Collection may be accessed any time the Library is open.
			Academic Year:		Monday -Thursday: 8:00 am - 11:30 pm
					Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
					Saturday: 10 am - 5:00 pm
					Sunday: 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm
		Summer Session:			Monday -Thursday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
					Friday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
					Closed Weekends
	Can I view rare non-circulating Quaker books, the records of Wilmington and Ohio Valley Yearly Meetings, and materials regarding Wilmington College?
	Yes, by appointment only. Please call (937) 382-6661 ext. 345 to set an appointment. Please note: Materials in the archives may not be borrowed.
	Can I get someone to do genealogical research for me?
	Under the terms of a joint operating agreement, the Wilmington College Special Collections and the Clinton County Historical Society share the responsibility for genealogy inquiries. Please call the Historical Society first at (937) 382-4684, Wednesday through Friday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Historical Society acts as a clearinghouse to assess each question, and provides a response or referral. Wilmington College accepts questions on referral, and supports the work of the Historical Society’s volunteer genealogy researchers. Paid professional research assistance is also available through the Historical Society.
	Can I get someone to do other Quaker research for me?
	Researchers must peform their own research, however materials are maintained in a closed stack area and must be retrieved by a librarian first. A computer and large flatbed scanner are available for researcher use.

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