Special Collections
Special Collections includes nearly 20,000 important and rare printed books, periodicals, and artist' books that date from as early as the 16th century to present. Historical as well as contemporary materials cover the fine arts, architecture, photography, decorative arts, and design. These collections provide primary resources and inspirational materials for the RISD community and outside researchers.
Dale Reading Room for Archives + Special Collections
2nd Floor, room 201 | 401 709-5923 | risdspecial@risd.edu
Hours this week
Contact
Open hours for 1 to 2 items are 3:00-4:30pm Monday-Friday (except when a class visit is scheduled). For more in depth assistance, please make an appointment.
Staff Contacts
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Claudia Covert - Sabbatical July 2017-June 2018
Special Collections Librarianccovert@risd.edu | 401 709-5927 -
Sarah Dylla
Special Collections Librarian + Creative Strategistsdylla@risd.edu | 401 709-5927 -
Ariel Bordeaux
Special Collections Associateabordeau@risd.edu | 401 709-5911