Special Collections
Special Collections is responsible for many of Carnegie Mellon University’s rare and unique materials. The rare book collection, housed in the Fine and Rare Book Room (Hunt Library, 4th floor) and in Posner Center, is strongest in the history of printing and graphic design, 19th century English and American literature, and landmark books in the history of science. Special Collections also includes manuscript collections of local authors and professors, and collections that feature a variety of media such as posters and examples of fine printing.
Staff is available to assist researchers working with rare books and archives, make materials available for class lectures, and create library exhibits.
Collection Highlights
- Ann Hayes Papers
Poems and papers, 1943-2000 - Anne Lyon Haight Collection
Over 300 editions of “Twas the Night Before Christmas”, in various formats - Arnold Bank Collection of Calligraphy and Letter Arts
Manuscripts, books, artwork and Bank’s student work - Frances L. Hooper Collection
Books, artwork and manuscripts of Kate Greenaway - Gladys Schmitt Collection
Books and manuscripts of Carnegie Tech English Professor and novelist - Haniel Long Collection
Books and manuscripts of Pittsburgh (and Southwest) poet - Posner Memorial Collection
More than 1,000 volumes which focus on topics such as decorative arts, literature and the history of science - Sara Henderson Hay Collection
Modern poetry books and manuscripts of Pittsburgh poet - Swiss Poster Collection
Prize-winning posters of important graphic designers from 1970 to 2010 - Thomas Bell Collection
Books and manuscripts of Pittsburgh author who wrote “Out of This Furnace”
Fine and Rare Book Room Hours:
Monday through Friday by appointment
Contact:
Mary Catharine Johnsen
Special Collections Librarian
412-268-6622 or 412-268-7272