The Academy Library offers expert research assistance & reference services to Academy staff and other scholars worldwide.
Reference Services |
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Reference service is available in the Academy Library by appointment during open hours. Services are provided on site, and reference requests can be made by mail, telephone, fax or e-mail. The Library offers access to a variety of electronic resources including:
Reference librarians can assist with the use of online library catalogs, indexes, and databases. In addition, we are available to faclitate use of the reference, journal, and research monograph collections, as well as our fine collection of Rare Books. The Library's holdings are now included in Melvyl® and in the Academy Library's own online Academy Catalog. The Academy Library's new acquisitions lists are also available via the Web. | ||
Interlibrary Loan |
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The Interlibrary Loan Department supports the research needs of the California Academy of Sciences by borrowing materials that are not owned by the Academy Library. Every attempt is made to borrow materials from libraries throughout the United States and the world. The care and effort you put into your requests has a great impact on our speed and effectiveness. Please familiarize yourself with the Interlibrary Loan Rules and Guidelines before submitting any requests. To request an item through interlibrary loan:
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IMPORTANT: Place ILL Request |
Academy Library Catalog
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Library Collections |
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Explore new aquisitions, Special Collections, the Academy Archives, the Manzanita Image Project, and the Naturalist Center.
eJournals & eResources |
The Academy Library subscribes to a variety of indexes and databases (such as Zoological Record) to assist with your research, and an extensive collection of full-text electronic journals.
Services |
The Academy Library offers a range of information services, including reference assistance, training and orientations, and interlibrary loan.
Library News |
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Contact Info |
For general inquiries about the Academy Library please contact:
Library Reference
415-379-5484
library@calacademy.org